Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has made it clear. Pakistan will never accept India’s dominance. Speaking on Thursday, he declared water a “red line” and warned that no one could compromise on the basic rights of 240 million Pakistanis.
His remarks followed India’s recent threat to block Pakistan’s water. This came after India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. The action was taken in response to last month’s Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which killed 26 tourists. New Delhi blames Islamabad without offering proof.
The Pakistan Army Chief addressed these concerns during an interaction with academics at the Army Auditorium. The session was part of the ‘Hilal Talks,’ a platform for open discussions on key national and global issues. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the event aimed to promote thoughtful dialogue among educators.
During the session, Field Marshal Munir praised the role of teachers. “What I am today is because of my parents and teachers,” he said. He urged educators to shape the future by passing on the real story of Pakistan to the youth. “You carry the duty to build the nation’s character,” he added.
Referring to the recent military standoff with India, he said Allah’s help guided Pakistan through the Marka-e-Haq. He stressed that unity was the key. “When a nation stands like an iron wall, no force on earth can break it,” the Pakistan Army Chief remarked.
After the deadly attack in IIOJK, tensions between the two nuclear nations soared. Both sides exchanged missile fire. India launched unprovoked strikes. Pakistan responded with full force. Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos was launched. Pakistan’s forces destroyed several Indian targets.
According to reports, Pakistan shot down six Indian jets. These included three of the much-publicized Rafale fighters. Dozens of Indian drones were also destroyed. The military conflict lasted for 87 hours. It ended only after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire on May 10.
Field Marshal Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s position on Kashmir. “We will never compromise on Kashmir,” he said. He stressed that India must understand one thing. Pakistan will neither forget nor abandon the Kashmiri cause. He said the Kashmir issue has gone global and India can no longer suppress it.
Rejecting Indian accusations, the Pakistan Army Chief said terrorism in India is an internal issue. He blamed India’s rising oppression and discrimination, especially against Muslims, as the root cause. He also said terrorists in Balochistan were backed by India and had no link to local Balochs.
He called for a stronger Pakistan. One where all institutions work under the Constitution and law. He emphasized the need to keep politics, money, and personal interests out of national institutions. “Only people’s welfare should guide us,” he added.
During a Q&A session, participants shared their thoughts. “This safe homeland is secured by the uniform,” one said. Others expressed pride in the country and its armed forces. They pledged continued support for the military.
The forum ended with a joint resolve. The commitment was clear—to work for a safer and more prosperous Pakistan under the leadership of the Pakistan Army Chief.