In a show of national solidarity, the National Assembly has yet again expressed unanimous support for Pakistan’s military response to India’s recent acts of aggression.
The lawmakers from various political parties rallied behind the armed forces, applauding their steadfast actions to defend the country’s sovereignty.
The latest escalation in the decades-old India-Pakistan rivalry began on May 7 when at least 31 civilians were killed in an unprovoked Indian cross-border attack. In retaliation, Pakistan downed its five fighter jets, including three Rafale, and dozens of drones.
Meanwhile, India continues to send drones into Pakistani territory, with the military shooting down nearly 80, including Israeli-made IAI Heron — medium-altitude, long-endurance — unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, speaking in the assembly, commended the military’s bold stance against India’s provocations. “We have effectively responded to India’s aggressive designs, and our armed forces are battling bravely along the Line of Control (LoC), border, and working boundary,” Asif said.
He highlighted the significant achievements of Pakistan’s military, such as the downing of five Indian fighter jets and the interception of a drone aimed at gathering intelligence on Pakistan’s positions.
Asif also reaffirmed the strategic support Pakistan has received from international allies, including China, Azerbaijan, and Turkey, who have stood by the country in this period of heightened tension.
“India’s closest allies have distanced themselves, and our adversary has failed to garner broad international backing,” Asif remarked.
