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Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is undertaking an official visit to the United States: ISPR

10Aug

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Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is undertaking an official visit to the United States: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 10 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is undertaking an official visit to the United States. During the visit, he has engaged in high-level interactions with senior political and military leadership, as well as members of the Pakistani diaspora.In Tampa, COAS attended the Retirement Ceremony of outgoing Commander United States Central Command (CENTCOM), General Michael E. Kurilla, and the Change of Command Ceremony marking the assumption of command by Admiral Brad Cooper. COAS lauded General Kurilla’s exemplary leadership and his invaluable contributions to strengthening bilateral military cooperation, and extended his best wishes to Admiral Cooper, expressing confidence in continued collaboration to address shared s...

Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command: ISPR

26Jul

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Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 26 July 2025(Kamran Raja): The Government of Pakistan has conferred the prestigious award of Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) upon General Michael E. Kurilla, Commander of United States Central Command (USCENTCOM), in recognition of his exemplary service and pivotal role in advancing enduring military cooperation between Pakistan and the United States.In a formal investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr, President Asif Ali Zardari conferred the decoration upon General Kurilla, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to regional security and his dedicated efforts in strengthening strategic defence ties between the two countries.General Kurilla’s visionary leadership has been instrumental in fostering mutual understanding, enhancing defence collaboration, and deepening...

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), chaired the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at GHQ: ISPR

10Jul

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), chaired the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC) at GHQ: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 10 July, 2025(Kamran Raja): Forum offered Fateha for the martyrs of recent terrorist attacks by Indian sponsored proxies. Taking stock of recent successes against terrorist proxies, Forum resolved that blood of our Shuhada will not go waste and the safety and security of people of Pakistan remain top most priority for the Armed Forces of Pakistan. Forum strongly asserted that it is imperative to take decisive and holistic actions at all levels against the Indian backed and sponsored proxies. Following its manifest defeat in direct aggression against Pakistan, post Pahalgam incident, India is now doubling down to further its nefarious agenda through its proxies of Fitna Al Khawarij and Fitna Al Hindustan.The COAS shared details of Pakistan’s proactive and successful diplomat...

Chief of the Air Force, South Africa called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters: ISPR

3Jul

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Chief of the Air Force, South Africa called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters: ISPR

Rawalpindi, July 3, 2025(Kamran Raja): Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, Chief of the Air Force, South Africa called on General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, NI (M), Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), at Joint Staff Headquarters, Rawalpindi. During the meeting, both sides held discussions on wide range of areas of mutual interest and bilateral cooperation. The dignitaries discussed practical measures to further expand the level and scope of engagements between the two militaries. They also exchanged views on the broader geopolitical landscape. CJCSC shared Pakistan's perspective on evolving regional security landscape and highlighted Pakistan's contributions towards regional peace and stability. The visiting dignitary lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and a...

Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America: ISPR

2Jul

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Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 2 July 2025(Kamran Raja): In a significant development aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and advancing mutual interests, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, undertook an official visit to the United States of America — the first by a serving PAF Air Chief in over a decade. The high-profile visit marked a strategic milestone in Pakistan-U.S. defence cooperation and proved instrumental in deepening institutional ties in addition to addressing key regional and global security issues.During the visit, Chief of the Air Staff held a series of high-level meetings with senior U.S. military and political leadership. At the Pentagon, he called on Ms. Kelli L. Seybolt, Secretary of the Air Force (International Affairs), and General Da...

Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters: ISPR

2Jul

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Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 02 July, 2025(Kamran Raja): Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo, Chief of the South African Air Force, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at Air Headquarters, Islamabad.Upon his arrival, a smartly turned-out contingent of Pakistan Air Force presented Guard of Honour to Lieutenant General Wiseman Simo Mbambo.During the meeting, Chief of the Air Staff emphasized the shared values and aspirations that form the foundation of the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and South Africa. The Air Chief reiterated PAF's commitment to bolster aerial combat capabilities of the South African Air Force through tailored training and capacity-building initiatives. Lieutenant General Wiseman Mbambo lauded PAF’s robust op...

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with President of the United States, Donald J. Trump: ISPR

19Jun

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with President of the United States, Donald J. Trump: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 19 June 2025(Kamran Raja): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Pakistan, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, at the White House. The high-level engagement was scheduled at the Cabinet Room over Luncheon followed by a visit to the Oval Office. President Trump was accompanied by Secretary of State Senator Marco Rubio, and Mr. Steve Witkoff, the U.S. Special Representative for Middle Eastern Affairs. Field Marshal Asim Munir was joined in by Pakistan’s National Security Advisor. During the meeting, the Chief of Army Staff conveyed the deep appreciation of the Government and people of Pakistan for President Trump’s constructive and result-oriented role in facilitating a ceasefire between Pakistan and India in the recent regional crisis...

Five Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province: ISPR

16Jun

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Five Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 16 June 2025(Kamran Raja): On 15-16 June 2025, five Khwarij belonging to Indian Proxy, Fitna al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. An intelligence based operation was conducted by the Security Forces in Peshawar District, on reported presence of Indian sponsored Khwarij. During the conduct of operation, own troops skillfully surrounded and effectively engaged the Indian sponsored khwarij location, and after an intense fire exchange, four Indian sponsored khwarij, including Kharji Haris and Kharji Baseer, were sent to hell.Another intelligence based operation was conducted in North Waziristan District and in ensuing fire exchange, one more kharji was neutralized by the security forces. Weapons, ammunition and explosives were also ...

29May

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two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 29 May 2025(Nosheen): On 28 May 2025, seven khwarij belonging to Indian proxy Fitna al Khwarij were killed in two separate engagements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.On night 28-29 May, Indian sponsored khwarij attempted to attack a Security Forces Check Post in general area Shawal, North Waziristan District. The attempt was effectively thwarted by own troops and in ensuing fire exchange, six Indian sponsored Khwarij were sent to hell.However, during intense fire exchange, Lieutenant Daniyal Ismail (age: 24 years, resident of District Mardan), a brave young officer who was leading his troops from front, fought gallantly and embraced Shahadat along with his three men. The three soldiers who paid ultimate sacrifice include Naib Subedar Kashif Raza (age: 42 years, resident...

Field Marshal Syed interacted with participants of ‘Hilal Talks’ at the Army Auditorium: ISPR

29May

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Field Marshal Syed interacted with participants of ‘Hilal Talks’ at the Army Auditorium: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 29 May 2025(Kamran Raja): Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), interacted with participants of ‘Hilal Talks’ at the Army Auditorium today. Spanning interactive sessions and group discussions on a range of international, regional and national issues, Hilal Talks are intended to act as a forum for perspective sharing among members of Pakistan’s academic community.As an acknowledgment of the critical role that academia plays in national progress, through innovation, research and in influencing perceptions, the forum brought together around 1800 members of the academic community, comprising Vice Chancellors, Heads of Departments, senior faculty members, principals and students from institutions across Pakistan; majority of whom participated in the Talks t...