Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Armed forces proved their Mettle in ‘Marka e Haq’: COAS

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KAKUL: Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Syed Asim Munir on Saturday said that Pakistan had proven its military and defensive capabilities in the “Marka e Haq” and issued a stern warning to India’s military leadership. Speaking at the Pakistan Military Academy’s passing-out parade, the Army Chief cautioned that there is no room for … Read more

PM reaffirms commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s economy

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed that strengthening Pakistan’s economy on solid foundations remains the top priority of his government. He was chairing a high-level meeting on foreign investment in Pakistan, attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Field Marshal Asim Munir, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, and … Read more

PM Shehbaz, Iranian President stress unity of Muslim Ummah

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DOHA: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian have underscored the need for unity among the Muslim Ummah. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Doha, where Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, and Defence Minister Khawaja Asif were also present. During … Read more

Pakistan’s Munir could emerge as Trump’s new strategic partner in South Asia: Washington Times

Pakistan’s Munir could emerge as Trump’s new strategic partner in South Asia: Washington Times

Field Marshal General Asim Munir has been described as an increasingly influential figure in shaping Pakistan’s strategic relations with the United States and redefining the broader political and security landscape of South Asia, according to a recent article by The Washington Times. The article notes that strained ties between US President Donald Trump and Indian … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirms Pakistan’s balanced relation with China, and US

Field Marshal Asim Munir reaffirms Pakistan’s balanced relation with China, and US

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has said that a heartfelt apology is necessary for achieving political reconciliation, stressing that he will not sacrifice one friend for another. He made these remarks while speaking to the media in Brussels, where overseas Pakistanis welcomed him as a war hero. Munir praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for working … Read more

DG ISPR refutes rumors of Asim Munir’s Presidential bid

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ISLAMABAD: Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has dismissed as unfounded the speculation regarding Field Marshal Asim Munir becoming the next President of Pakistan. In an interview with British magazine The Economist, DG ISPR clarified that such claims have no basis in fact and should not be given … Read more

Libyan Commander Chief meets PM Shehbaz and Asim Munir to boost defence ties

Libyan Commander Chief meets PM Shehbaz and Asim Munir to boost defence ties

Islamabad – Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Abu Qasim Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, met Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir during his official visit to Pakistan. High-Level Meeting at the Prime Minister’s House: Lieutenant General Saddam Haftar, accompanied by a delegation, held an important … Read more

PM Shehbaz dismisses rumors about COAS becoming president

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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has categorically denied rumors suggesting that Field Marshal, Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir has expressed a desire to become President of Pakistan or that President Asif Ali Zardari is stepping down. In an interview, the prime minister described such claims as baseless and purely speculative. “There is … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir chairs 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference at GHQ

Field Marshal Asim Munir chairs 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference at GHQ

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), chaired the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at the General Headquarters (GHQ). Forum offered Fateha for the martyrs of recent terrorist attacks by Indian sponsored proxies. Taking stock of recent successes against terrorist proxies, Forum resolved that blood of our Shuhada will not go waste and the safety … Read more

Professionalism and institutional strength key to victory: COAS

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RAWALPINDI:  Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), visited the National Defence University (NDU) Islamabad on Monday, where he addressed the graduating officers of the National Security and War Course, comprising participants from all services. In his address, the Army Chief highlighted the evolving character of warfare and underscored the centrality of … Read more

Martyrs’ Sacrifice Won’t Be Wasted; Field Marshal Asim Munir

Martyrs’ Sacrifice Won’t Be Wasted; Field Marshal Asim Munir

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has reaffirmed that the Pakistan Army remains fully committed to eliminating the Indian-sponsored terrorist group Fitna al-Khawarij, stressing that the blood of the martyrs will not go in vain. According to ISPR, the Army Chief visited the Corps Headquarters in Peshawar, where he was briefed on the security situation and … Read more

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir attends Navy commissioning parade at PNS Rahbar

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir attends Navy commissioning parade at PNS Rahbar

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff, delivered a speech at the commissioning parade of the 123rd Midshipmen and 31st Short Service Commission Course, issuing a stern warning to India, reiterating Pakistan’s unequivocal stance on Kashmir, and urging the nation to remain united. The Army Chief said it was an honor for … Read more

Bilawal returns home, Calls Trump’s meeting with Asim Munir a diplomatic win

Bilawal returns home, Calls Trump’s meeting with Asim Munir a diplomatic win

Karachi: Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has returned to Pakistan after completing his visit to the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Upon his arrival at Karachi’s Old Jinnah Terminal, a large number of party workers warmly welcomed him. Speaking to PPP workers, Bilawal called Trump’s meeting with Field … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir held comprehensive dialogue with scholars, experts

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RAWALPINDI: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to acting responsibly and proactively in easing regional tensions and advancing collaborative security initiatives. According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), COAS, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, held a comprehensive and candid exchange with senior scholars, analysts, policy experts, … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir Meets Saima Saleem, Praises Her Diplomatic Contributions

Field Marshal Asim Munir Meets Saima Saleem, Praises Her Diplomatic Contributions

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), met with Ms. Saima Saleem, part of Pakistan’s representative mission to the United Nations. The Field Marshal Asim Munir held a warm and inspiring meeting with Ms. Saima Saleem, who despite being visually impaired, has made a remarkable mark in international diplomacy through … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir to meet President Trump today

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Field Marshal Asim Munir will meet President Donald Trump on Wednesday during his official visit to the United States, according to security sources. According to the president’s daily public schedule, the lunch meeting between Trump and Field Marshal Asim Munir is scheduled to take place at 10pm Pakistan Standard Time (PST) later today in the … Read more

Trump to meet Field Marshal Asim Munir over lunch today

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WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, will meet with US President Donald Trump over lunch today, White House. According to the White House, if President Trump speaks to the media or posts on social media during the meeting, he can share details about the discussion. A high-security source has indicated that … Read more

Dialogue with India on terrorism expected soon, says Field Marshal

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WASHINGTON: Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has stated that discussions with India on the issue of terrorism will take place, and the world will soon witness significant developments. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is on an official visit to United States. During the visit, … Read more

Pakistan won’t compromise on Balochistan’s peace: Field Marshal Asim Munir

Pakistan won’t compromise on Balochistan’s peace: Field Marshal Asim Munir

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir says there will be no compromise on Balochistan’s peace and every conspiracy will be foiled. Speaking at the Balochistan Grand Jirga on Saturday, Field Marshal Asim Munir said that whether the enemy is internal or external, all plots will be defeated. He further noted that India’s proxy war has now … Read more

Pakistan, Azerbaijan reaffirm commitment to enhance defence cooperation

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RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), met with Colonel General Hasanov Zakir Asgar Oglu, Minister of Defence, Azerbaijan, in Lachin, Azerbaijan. According to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), during the meeting, the two leaders discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security dynamics, and ways to further enhance defence cooperation between Pakistan … Read more

Field Marshal Asim Munir visits General Staff Headquarters Tehran

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IRAN: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, visited General Staff Headquarters, Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran. COAS held meeting with Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces. The two military leaders engaged in discussions on the evolving regional security landscape, with particular focus … Read more

Field Marshal Munir thanks political leadership & youth for decisive role during Marka-e-Haq

Field Marshal Munir thanks political leadership & youth for decisive role during Marka-e-Haq

Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir expressed profound gratitude to the political leadership for their strategic foresight during Marka-e-Haq, the period (April 22 to May 10) of the recent war with India, read a statement issued by the military’s media wing on Saturday. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the … Read more

COAS Gen Asim Munir promoted to rank of field marshal

COAS Gen Asim Munir promoted to rank of field marshal

On Tuesday, the federal government decided to promote Chief of the Army Staff, General Asim Munir, to the rank of field marshal. The decision was made in a cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The promotion was given in recognition of General Munir’s role in protecting the country and successfully leading “Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos” … Read more

COAS Asim Munir visits CMH Rawalpindi to inquire of injured soldiers, civilians

COAS Asim Munir visits CMH Rawalpindi to inquire of injured soldiers, civilians

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir, visited Combined Military Hospital (CMH) Rawalpindi today. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the Army Chief’s visit was aimed at checking on the well-being of the brave soldiers of the Pakistan Army and innocent civilians injured during Operation “Bunyan-un-Marsoos /Marka e Haq.” ISPR stated that … Read more

US top diplomat Rubio speaks with COAS Gen Asim Munir

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WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, and urged both India and Pakistan to find ways to de-escalate. State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said, Rubio also offered US assistance in starting “constructive” talks between the two South Asian neighbours to “avoid future conflicts”. Earlier, US Secretary of … Read more

COAS takes responsibility for treatment of Pakistanis children sent back by India

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ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir took responsibility for the treatment of two Pakistani children who were sent back from India. After the Pahalgam false flag attack, the Modi government, in an inhumane move, deported patients undergoing treatment in India back to Pakistan. Shahid Ahmed, a resident of Hyderabad, Sindh, and the … Read more

NY Times Calls Gen Asim Munir “The Iron Man” Amid Rising Tensions with India

NY Times Calls Gen Asim Munir “The Iron Man” Amid Rising Tensions with India

The New York Times has referred to Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, as a “The Iron Man” in light of his strong leadership during the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India. Acknowledging General Munir’s role, the publication stated that he has clearly defined Pakistan’s firm stance and demonstrated resolute leadership during a … Read more

Funeral prayers for COAS Asim Munir’s mother held in Rawalpindi

NY Times Calls Gen Asim Munir “The Iron Man” Amid Rising Tensions with India

The funeral prayers for the late mother of Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir were held at the Racecourse Ground in Rawalpindi. The ceremony saw a significant presence of political and military leaders, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, members of the Cabinet, former military chiefs, and other notable figures. Gen Asim … Read more