He expressed confidence that Pakistan will continue advancing toward development and stability
\n ISLAMABAD
\nInter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said Pakistanis are \u201ccelebrating peace, not victory,\u201d reflecting the nation\u2019s humility and preference for stability, as he reaffirmed the country\u2019s unwavering resolve and strength to protect its sovereignty amid rising regional tensions.
\nIn an exclusive interview with CGTV, he emphasised the country\u2019s commitment to peace while condemning unfounded aggression and false allegations from India.
\nResponding to questions about the possibility of escalating conflict following the Pahalgam incident, Lt Gen Chaudhry said Pakistan relies first and foremost on Allah and then on ourselves.
\nTension between Pakistan and India began with an attack in Pahalgam on April 22, killing 26 people, which India blamed on Pakistan without public evidence.
\nIn retaliation, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, closed the Wagah-Attari border, and took diplomatic measures.
\nPakistan responded with reciprocal actions, including halting trade and closing airspace. Tensions escalated further with missile strikes, leading to aerial combat and drone attacks.
\nA ceasefire was announced on May 11 after diplomatic efforts, with Pakistan crediting the US, China, and Gulf states, while India claimed the truce resulted from bilateral talks.
\nHe stressed that Pakistan\u2019s unwavering determination and strength have been demonstrated repeatedly, and the international community is also expected to play its role in maintaining regional peace.
\nThe ISPR chief criticised the ongoing aggression and false allegations against Pakistan, noting that mature nations are focused on addressing global challenges such as climate change, misinformation, and overpopulation, rather than imposing dominance through unfounded attacks.
\n\u201cWe have never bowed before, and we never will,\u201d he said, adding that for Pakistan\u2019s armed forces, the desire for martyrdom is greater than life.
\nOn Pakistan\u2019s partnership with China, Lt Gen Chaudhry highlighted the shared commitment of both countries to peace, stability, and economic development. He noted the importance of combating terrorism as a common threat to progress and praised China\u2019s rapid development as a global model.
\nAddressing internal security concerns, especially attacks on Chinese engineers involved in development projects, the ISPR chief described Pakistan\u2019s national power as an \u201ciron wall\u201d made up of the people, armed forces, diplomatic corps, media, and youth, all united against terrorism.
\nHe expressed confidence that Pakistan will continue advancing toward development and stability.
\n\u201cJust watch how this country will now move forward rapidly toward the destination of development \u2014 InshaAllah,\u201d Lt Gen Chaudhry concluded.
\nHe added that Pakistan shared China\u2019s vision for regional peace and prosperity, praising Beijing\u2019s rapid development as a global model.
\n\u201cChina is a mature and responsible player,\u201d Gen Sharif stated, adding that its unprecedented progress in modern history\u2014especially in lifting a vast population out of poverty\u2014stands as a remarkable example for the world to witness.
\nHe emphasised that Pakistan\u2019s state and people also aspire to follow a similar path. \u201cWe, too, want to move toward development and stability,\u201d he said. \u201cWe owe it to the people of Pakistan, to our future generations. That is why our preference is always peace.\u201d
\nReflecting on the national sentiment, the army spokesperson said that Pakistanis \u201care celebrating peace, not victory.\u201d
\n\u201cThere is humility in our people. We are down to earth and thankful to Allah,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
He expressed confidence that Pakistan will continue advancing toward development and stability ISLAMABAD Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said Pakistanis are \u201ccelebrating peace, not victory,\u201d reflecting the nation\u2019s humility and preference for stability, as he reaffirmed the country\u2019s unwavering resolve and strength to protect its sovereignty amid rising regional […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":479734,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-479713","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n