{"id":408,"date":"2026-05-09T17:43:48","date_gmt":"2026-05-09T17:43:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usglobalnews.com\/?p=408"},"modified":"2026-05-09T17:43:48","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T17:43:48","slug":"marka-i-haq-a-defining-landmark-in-the-nations-journey-ispr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usglobalnews.com\/?p=408","title":{"rendered":"Marka-i-Haq a &#8216;defining landmark in the nation\u2019s journey&#8217;: ISPR"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Marka-i-Haq<\/em> is a \u201cdefining landmark\u201d in the nation\u2019s journey, the military said on Saturday as Pakistan marked the first anniversary of the brief war with India.<\/p>\n<p>In a <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"link--external\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispr.gov.pk\/press-release-detail?id=7679\">statement<\/a> released by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the military said that the brief conflict demonstrated Pakistan\u2019s measured and resolute response and \u201cexposed adversarial conspiracies, false flag narratives and disinformation campaigns, diminishing their credibility internationally\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Last year\u2019s confrontation with India, beginning with the April 22 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dawn.com\/news\/1905917\/at-least-24-killed-in-occupied-kashmir-gunmen-attack-on-tourists-police-source\"><u>Pahalgam attack<\/u><\/a> and the subsequent military conflict \u2014 which resulted in a resounding victory for Pakistan \u2014 until the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dawn.com\/news\/1909993\"><u>ceasefire<\/u><\/a> on May 10, is now referred to by the state as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dawn.com\/news\/1910566\"><em><u>Marka-i-Haq<\/u><\/em><\/a> (Battle of Truth).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"media  w-full sm:w-1\/2  media--right    media--uneven  media--stretch\" data-original-src=\"https:\/\/www.dawn.com\/news\/1996978\">\n<div class=\"media__item  media__item--newskitlink  \">    <\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>\u201c<em>Marka-i-Haq<\/em> has become a defining landmark in the nation\u2019s journey, reflecting national resolve, military excellence, and strategic maturity.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDespite facing conventional and hybrid challenges, including proxy terrorism, the Armed Forces demonstrated superior operational competence across land, air, sea, cyber, and information domains,\u201d the statement added.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"media  w-full sm:w-1\/2  media--right    media--uneven  media--stretch\" data-original-src=\"https:\/\/www.dawn.com\/news\/1997496\/a-look-at-the-new-capabilities-pakistan-employed-against-india-during-marka-i-haq\">\n<div class=\"media__item  media__item--newskitlink  \">    <\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>According to ISPR, Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf also congratulated the nation and all ranks of the armed forces on the day.<\/p>\n<p>The statement added that the anniversary is being observed with \u201cdeep reverence, gratitude, and national fervour\u201d, adding that the day stands as a testament to the \u201cenduring spirit of courage, professionalism, and unity\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>In the aftermath of <em>Marka-i-Haq<\/em>, Pakistan bolstered its defence capabilities and reinforced full-spectrum deterrence despite a disparity in resources, ISPR stated, adding that the occasion is a testament to the military\u2019s \u201cpreparedness, dedication, and professionalism, which decisively strengthened public confidence in their armed forces\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe anniversary also reaffirms Pakistan\u2019s steadfast commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty while promoting peace and stability in the region,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPakistan believes that sustainable peace in South Asia can only be achieved through meaningful dialogue, mutual respect, and adherence to international law and principles of 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