- ISPR issues statement on first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq.
- Pakistan Air Force is praised for defending the country’s airspace during the standoff with India.
- Pakistan warns its enemies to get a stronger response to any future aggression.
Pakistan’s armed forces are commemorating the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq by paying tribute to the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and reaffirming its resolve to defend the country against any future threats, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday.
In a statement issued late last night, the military’s media wing described the events of the night between May 6 and 7 last year as a “defining chapter” in Pakistan’s military history. The episode strengthened national confidence and reinforced the resolve of the armed forces in the face of regional tensions following India’s attack on the country, the statement said.
The ISPR praised the Pakistan Air Force for its professionalism, operational approach and rapid modernization. He said the PAF had continued to enhance its capabilities through induction of advanced systems and operational use of emerging technologies aimed at preparing for future wars.
“By mastering the skillful employment of multi-domain operations, the Pakistan Air Force continues to establish itself as a capable and future-focused air power, fully prepared to defend Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of the changing nature and parameters of modern air warfare,” he said.
According to the statement, the Air Force had also expanded its expertise in multi-domain operations, allowing it to respond effectively to the changing nature of modern combat. The army said these operations reflected the PAF’s preparedness to safeguard the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Pakistan.
The military underlined that Pakistan is a “peace-loving country” with a responsible strategic outlook, adding that all military efforts remained focused on preserving regional peace, stability and security. However, the statement stressed that peace for Pakistan cannot be separated from “honour, dignity and sovereign equality”.
“Peace for Pakistan has always been inseparable from honour, dignity and sovereign equality,” he said.
The ISPR said Pakistan’s armed forces remain fully aware of the changing geopolitical realities and the military build-up of rival forces in the region. He added that continued investments were being made in advanced technologies, critical capabilities and professional training to prepare for future challenges.
The statement also included a warning to adversaries, saying that any aggression against Pakistan would be met with “greater force, precision and determination” than had been witnessed during Marka-e-Haq.
“Any hostile plan against Pakistan will be countered with even greater strength, precision and resolve than what the adversary witnessed during Marka-e-Haq, Insha’Allah,” the statement underlined.
Paying tribute to serving personnel, the military acknowledged the “professionalism, sacrifice and tireless efforts” of members of the Pakistan Air Force, describing their role as critical in defending the country’s airspace.
The army’s media wing concluded the statement with the slogan “Pakistan hamesha Zindabad”, while describing the “second to none” Pakistan Air Force as a symbol of “pride, strength and confidence” for the nation.
