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A classified advisory from Pakistan’s Army has raised concerns over growing unrest within the military, following the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The attack, which killed 26 civilians and injured 17 others, has sparked fears of war with India and led to a surge in resignation and desertion requests among military personnel. The advisory, issued on April 26 by Major General Faisal Mehmood Malik, the Director-General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), addressed all ranks of the armed forces, urging them to maintain morale and reaffirm their loyalty to the nation. ET has not independently verified the authenticity of the viral letter.
To counter these speculations, the Pakistan Prime Minister’s Office posted a group photograph on April 26, showing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with General Munir at an event in Abbottabad. The caption included the specific date, aiming to dispel rumors of Munir’s absence.
Tensions Soar Between India and Pakistan
The unrest within the Pakistan Army comes at a time of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, which also killed two foreign nationals, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, a move Pakistan has termed "illegal." Intelligence reports have suggested a Pakistani connection to the attack, further escalating the already fragile relationship between the two countries.
These remarks have sparked concern in India, with some linking the rising anti-Hindu rhetoric to the growing atmosphere of extremism.
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Speculation Surrounds Pakistan Army Chief's Whereabouts
Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, speculation has grown regarding the whereabouts of Pakistan Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir. Following the Pahalgam attack, unconfirmed reports suggested that Munir had gone missing or was in hiding, possibly in a bunker in Rawalpindi. The hashtag #MunirOut gained traction on social media, with rumors circulating that Munir and his family had fled the country. However, these claims remain unverified.To counter these speculations, the Pakistan Prime Minister’s Office posted a group photograph on April 26, showing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif with General Munir at an event in Abbottabad. The caption included the specific date, aiming to dispel rumors of Munir’s absence.
Tensions Soar Between India and Pakistan
The unrest within the Pakistan Army comes at a time of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, which also killed two foreign nationals, India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, a move Pakistan has termed "illegal." Intelligence reports have suggested a Pakistani connection to the attack, further escalating the already fragile relationship between the two countries.General Munir's Controversial Remarks Fuel Tensions
Before the Pahalgam attack, General Munir made statements that have since fueled tensions. Referring to Kashmir as Pakistan’s "jugular vein," Munir reiterated his commitment to the two-nation theory, emphasizing the differences between Hindus and Muslims. He stated, “Our religion is different, our customs are different, our traditions are different, our thoughts are different, our ambitions are different, that’s where the foundation of the two-nation theory was laid. We are two nations, we are not one nation.”These remarks have sparked concern in India, with some linking the rising anti-Hindu rhetoric to the growing atmosphere of extremism.
