ISLAMABAD — Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has attributed Pakistan’s victory in the conflict with India to the help of Allah, highlighting the role of divine support in the country’s military success.
The remarks were made during a ceremony at the President House on Sunday, where King Abdullah II of Jordan was awarded Pakistan’s highest civil honor, the Nishan-e-Pakistan, followed by a luncheon. Field Marshal Munir’s leadership and strategic abilities were widely praised by attendees.
During the presentation, the COAS stated that Pakistan’s historic triumph was achieved through Allah’s guidance. Drawing on a Quranic verse, he emphasized that Pakistani forces, inspired by the spirit of Muslim soldiers of the past who triumphed even under harsh conditions, carried the same determination and faith in their confrontation with Indian forces, ultimately resulting in victory.
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Senate Chairman, federal ministers, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, the United States ambassador, the British High Commissioner, and other distinguished guests attended the ceremony. The event was marked by a sense of unity and respect, with participants praising Field Marshal Munir for his leadership in countering Indian aggression.
