In a spectacular show of national power and national unity, the military forces of Pakistan have conducted Operation Banyan-um-Marsoos as a retaliation for the recent Indian missile attacks on innocent civilians.
This was revealed at a top-level press briefing by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Sunday flanked by Air Vice Marshal Aurangzeb Ahmed and Vice Admiral Rab Nawaz.
The DG ISPR confirmed that India’s unprovoked missile strikes on May 6 and 7 targeted multiple locations in Pakistan, resulting in the tragic loss of civilian lives, including women and children. In response, the Pakistan Army, in coordination with the Air Force and other branches, carried out coordinated precision strikes on 26 strategic Indian military targets.
Key Indian targets hit
The Pakistani military launched Fateh-1 and Fateh-2 long-range guided missiles aimed at critical Indian military positions in Occupied Jammu & Kashmir and deep inside India’s mainland. Among the high-value targets hit were Avantipora, Ambala, Pathankot, Suratgarh, Sirsa, Barnala, and Srinagar—all known for their military significance.
These attacks were intended to degrade Indian military capacity without hitting civilian targets, highlighting Pakistan’s measured and professional reaction to aggression.
The DG ISPR commended the military’s network-centric warfare and real-time intelligence capabilities, enabling effortless joint operations on land, sea, air, and cyberspace. He underscored the fact that Pakistan’s response was facilitated by a very well-coordinated tri-services approach and labeled it a “textbook example of jointness and operational excellence.
Pakistan Air Force played a pivotal role by employing long-range precision-guided munitions, while ground-based artillery units contributed significantly to the strike operations. All components of the military acted with overwhelming lethality and rapid tempo, catching the Indian side off-guard.
Indian attacks on Pakistani airbases repelled
DG ISPR revealed that India’s initial attacks had targeted three Pakistani airbases — Nur Khan, Shorkot, and Murid. However, Pakistan’s strong air defense systems stopped most of the incoming missiles causing little damage and keeping all military assets safe.
Pakistan’s armed forces saw this success in defense as proof that their air defense setup works well and that they’re always on guard.
India’s regional provocation
General Chaudhry strongly condemned India’s expansion of hostilities beyond Pakistan. He disclosed that India had launched missile strikes into Afghanistan and conducted drone attacks, escalating regional tensions and risking wider conflict.
“These reckless actions,” said the General, “are pushing South Asia towards a dangerous tipping point.” He suggested that India’s aggression is not only strategic but also political — a diversion from its domestic crises and growing internal instability.
Information warfare & role of Pakistani youth
DG ISPR also highlighted the key significance of information warfare in contemporary warfare. He appreciated the youth of Pakistan for being at the forefront of this online war.
“Young Pakistanis were frontline cyber warriors, debunking fake information, and safeguarding the nation’s narrative on the internet,” he said, appreciating their relentless efforts in unveiling disinformation campaigns.
He also praised Pakistan’s free and strong media for not being swayed by Indian propaganda, rather serving as a responsible institution in spreading truth and national unity.
National unity in testing times
The armed forces expressed profound gratitude to the people of Pakistan for their moral courage, unity, and unshakable support. DG ISPR made a special mention of the political leadership across party lines, appreciating their unified stance and commitment to national defense.
“This is a moment where the entire nation — from civilians to soldiers, youth to media, and politicians to policymakers — has come together to defend the sovereignty of Pakistan,” he declared.
Message to India & the region
General Chaudhry reiterated that Pakistan is committed to peace and regional stability but cautioned that sustained provocations would be countered with even greater intensity. “Our message is clear: Pakistan will not start the conflict, but it will not retreat from defending its people and borders with full force,” he added.
