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Military has no interest in engaging with political parties: DG ISPR
Listen to article Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has said the military has no interest in engaging with political parties and should not be dragged into politics. In an interview with the BBC Urdu, the military spokesperson reiterated that the institution has consistently maintained that politics is the domain of elected representatives. 'The army has always been clear that politics is the job of politicians. Whichever party is in power represents the state at that time,' he said. He said baseless rumours and assumptions were often spread against the military for political objectives. 'When the Marka-e-Haq arrives, has the army not fulfilled its responsibilities? Has the nation ever felt the absence of the army?' he asked. DG ISPR emphasised that the army remains focused on its professional responsibilities, and its allegiance lies with the people of Pakistan, the country's territorial integrity, sovereignty, and their protection. He also noted that the military has acted in accordance with the directives of elected governments — both at the federal and provincial levels — on several occasions. Read More: Only state can declare jihad, not individuals or groups: DG ISPR Commenting on the situation in Balochistan, DG ISPR rejected the narrative that the people of the province are distanced from the military, terming it an Indian propaganda. 'We are the people's army. Balochistan is part of Pakistan, and there is no separation between the two — it is the crown of our nation,' he said. Lt Gen Chaudhry added that both federal and provincial governments are working across various sectors to improve the welfare and prosperity of the people of Balochistan.
Express Tribune
23-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Only state can announce jihad: DG ISPR
The military's chief spokesperson, Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, has said only the state is authorized to announce jihad against an aggressor and not any individual or group. Lt Gen Chaudhry, who has been on an official visit to Karachi, expressed these views on Sunday during his meetings with people from different walks of life. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) director general, Pakistani citizens belonging to different religions enjoy equal rights under the Constitution. He said unity could only be ensured through peace and equality. "Divisions based on race or language are condemnable. All citizens of Pakistan are equal. No one can defeat us, if we stand united," he added. The military spokesperson was talking with reference to the recent conflict between Pakistan and India. The two neighbouring nations last month engaged in a brief but dangerous confrontation, weeks after a militant attack in the Pahalgam area of the Indian occupied Kashmir. During the four days of active conflict initiated by India, both the countries launched missile strikes into each other's territory while also carrying out drone and cyberattacks. The conflict came to an abrupt end after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire, apparently on the request of New Delhi. The DG ISPR stated that India supports terror groups in Pakistan and that the Pakistan Army is responding to this threat by using a modern war strategy. Pakistan has been accusing India of fomenting terrorism on its soil, particularly in Balochistan, which has been facing a low key insurgency for the last two decades. During his visit, the ISPR chief was accorded a warm welcome in the country's economic hub.
Business Recorder
20-06-2025
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DG ISPR holds interactive session with Saylani IT Programme students
ISLAMABAD: Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif held a special interactive session with students of the Saylani IT Programme in Karachi, where he was warmly welcomed by the young participants. During the engaging session, students asked the DG ISPR a wide range of questions concerning Pakistan's internal and external security landscape as well as the broader regional and global dynamics. Speaking on the occasion, Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif emphasised Pakistan's commitment to peace, stating, 'The success of Operation Bunyan al-Marsus is a triumph of peace. Pakistan has always preferred peace over war.' He further lauded the students for their awareness and engagement, saying, 'You are the vanguard in the Information warfare battlefield. Your role in defending Pakistan's narrative is invaluable.' Highlighting the strength of the armed forces, the DG ISPR stated, 'Pakistan's military is an organized and professional institution, which performs its duties in strict accordance with the Constitution and directives of the state.' He reiterated that Pakistan will continue playing its role as a net regional stabiliser and will always stand firm in safeguarding its sovereignty and regional peace. The students, in turn, expressed their commitment to stand with the armed forces, declaring, 'We are ready to make every sacrifice for the protection of our homeland, on any front where the Pakistan Army needs us.' They described the session as insightful and appreciated the DG ISPR's candid interaction, urging that such engagements continue in the future. 'The Pakistan Armed Forces are our identity, and we, the people, are their real strength,' the students remarked. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Express Tribune
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Pakistan always prioritises peace over war: DG ISPR
Listen to article Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif, Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), has underscored the critical role students play as the frontline force in Pakistan's information war during a special session at the Saylani IT programme in Karachi. The DG ISPR praised the students for their engagement and responsiveness to the nation's security challenges on Thursday. He highlighted the recent success of Operation Bunyanum Marsoos as a significant victory for peace, reaffirming Pakistan's long-standing commitment to prioritising peace over conflict. During the session, students asked insightful questions about Pakistan's internal and external security environment. The DG ISPR emphasised that the country's armed forces remain disciplined and professional, steadfastly fulfilling their constitutional duties and orders from the state. Read : Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos: Pakistan counters India's Operation Sindoor The Pakistan Army spokesperson added that Pakistan will continue to act as a net stabiliser in the region. Students expressed their readiness to sacrifice everything for the protection of their homeland, affirming that no matter the front, they stand firmly behind the Pakistan Army, which they regard as the nation's identity and strength. The session concluded with students appreciating the interaction and expressing hope for more such engagements in the future. Pakistan 'always lives on,' they declared. Yesterday, DG ISPR, addressed students at Jinnah University for Women in Karachi, praising their role in Operation Bunyanum Marsoos during the recent conflict with India. In his address, the DG ISPR highlighted how the nation, particularly students, played a vital part in dismantling India's strategic assumptions. Read more: Peace is our priority but will respond more strongly if provoked: DG ISPR He reaffirmed Pakistan's steadfast commitment to its territories, calling Kashmir the 'jugular vein' of Pakistan and emphasising the deep religious, cultural, and traditional ties binding the people of Balochistan to the country. Lieutenant General Sharif Chaudhry also assured that no external force, including a small number of militants from India, could damage Pakistan's relationship with Balochistan. Meanwhile, in Washington, US President Donald Trump met with Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, at the White House. The two leaders discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, artificial intelligence, energy, cryptocurrency, and emerging technologies, according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). They also exchanged views on regional security issues, including counter-terrorism, the recent ceasefire between Pakistan and India, and escalating tensions in the Middle East. President Trump was accompanied by Secretary of State Senator Marco Rubio and US Special Representative for Middle Eastern Affairs Steve Witkoff. Field Marshal Munir was joined by Pakistan's National Security Advisor.
Express Tribune
02-06-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
No power can detach Balochistan from Pakistan: DG ISPR
Listen to article Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry reaffirmed that Balochistan is an integral part of Pakistan and that no power can detach it from the country. 'Balochistan is part of Pakistan and will always remain so,' he declared, adding, 'No one can separate it.' Addressing educators during the Hilal Talks 2025 programme organised by the military's media wing on Monday, the DG ISPR dismissed the narrative of Balochistan's separatism as baseless, asserting that the province is deeply integrated into Pakistan's economy and society. 'The propaganda that Balochistan can be separated is unfounded,' he said. 'Baloch, Sindhi, Pashtun, Punjabi, Kashmiri, and Balti – we are all brothers and united. No one can divide us,' he affirmed. The military spokesperson warned that India and its proxies pose a grave threat to regional peace, providing full financial support from New Delhi to the banned Balochistan Liberation Army, locally referred to as 'Fitna al-Hindustan'. 'There is no idea or ideology behind the terrorism in Balochistan – it is entirely India-sponsored.' He added that India alone bears responsibility for the destabilisation across the region. He also highlighted the enduring bond between the people and the armed forces, calling it a 'timeless relationship of love.'
