‘Strong military response forced India to seek ceasefire within hours’

ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar said Pakistan’s strong military response forced India to seek a ceasefire within hours.

Addressing a ceremony organized by the Press Association of Supreme Court to mark one year of victory in “Marka-e-Haq.” Here on Friday, he said the entire nation stood united alongside the armed forces during the conflict and credited Pakistan’s success to national unity, effective diplomacy, military preparedness and a strong narrative strategy.

Tarar praised the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, stating that their vision and strategic leadership ensured victory.

The minister said Pakistan Air Force capabilities and air defence systems earned global recognition, while Indian media’s “baseless claims” exposed its lack of credibility internationally. He appreciated Pakistani media for responsible reporting and acknowledged the role of journalists, overseas Pakistanis, youth and social media users in supporting the national narrative.

Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to peace, Tarar said Pakistan seeks regional stability but would deliver a decisive response to any aggression.

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