Ishaq Dar Calls Marka-e-Haq: Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos

Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos stands as one of the most powerful moments in Pakistan’s modern history. One year ago, when aggression was forced upon Pakistan, the country responded with strength, discipline, and clear purpose. Today, on the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar shared a heartfelt message with the nation, honoring the courage of every soldier and every citizen who stood firm in that defining hour.

A Nation That Stood Together

When the threat came, Pakistan did not panic. Under the calm and steady leadership of Prime Minister Mohammad Shehbaz Sharif, the country’s response was careful, responsible, and guided by principle — not by anger or fear.

The people of Pakistan showed remarkable unity during this time. As Senator Dar noted, when a nation stands as one, no outside force can shake it. That unity was Pakistan’s greatest weapon — not just military power, but the strength of a people who believed in their country.

A Military Response Rooted in Law

Pakistan’s armed forces acted fully within the framework of international law. Under the leadership of Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces, Pakistan exercised its legal right to self-defence as recognized by the United Nations Charter.

The response was targeted and proportionate — aimed only at military installations of the aggressor. Pakistan had no desire for escalation. The message was clear: Pakistan wants peace, but it will always defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Pakistan has always chosen the path of peace. But peace does not mean silence in the face of injustice. Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, made it unmistakably clear that while Pakistan extends an open hand to the world, it will never bow down when its dignity, sovereignty, territorial integrity, or political independence is at stake. That line will never be crossed — not now, not ever.

Pakistan Air Force and Navy Rose to the Occasion

Under Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu, the Pakistan Air Force performed with outstanding precision. Multiple Indian fighter jets were downed and key military targets were neutralized. These are documented facts — not claims, not propaganda.

At sea, Admiral Naveed Ashraf led the Pakistan Navy with full readiness. The maritime domain remained firmly under control, sending a strong signal that Pakistan was prepared on every front.

Diplomacy Backed by Resolve

While the armed forces defended the homeland, the Foreign Office under Senator Ishaq Dar worked actively on the world stage. Pakistan’s position was presented clearly to both regional and global audiences — that its response was lawful, restrained, and justified under international norms.

This diplomatic effort helped the world understand that Pakistan did not seek conflict. It simply refused to be a victim of unchecked aggression.

Kashmir Remains at the Core

Pakistan has always maintained that lasting peace in South Asia is impossible without a just resolution to the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. This must happen in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions and reflect the true wishes of the Kashmiri people.

Until that issue is addressed fairly, the region will continue to face tension. Pakistan’s position on this is firm, consistent, and rooted in justice.

Looking Forward With Confidence

The anniversary of Marka-e-Haq is not just a day to remember the past. It is a call to build a stronger, more confident Pakistan — a country that leads not only in defence, but also in education, economy, and social progress.

Pakistan’s youth are its biggest hope. This anniversary renews the national pledge: to stay united, to reject division, and to work together for a peaceful and prosperous future — because the spirit of Marka-e-Haq lives in every Pakistani heart, today and always.