Rawalpindi / Web Desk – June 27 2025 – Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, issued a strong warning about India on Friday when he asserted that they are the principal sponsor of terrorism in their region and advised neighbouring nations to remain alert to Indian-sponsored militant proxies operating from nearby. These remarks came during his address to officers at Civil Services Academy Rawalpindi’s 52nd Common Training Programme for officers.
Munir made allegations about Indian proxy networks by citing extremist groups Fitna al-Hindustan and Fitna al-Khawarij that are believed to be supported by Indian intelligence, as being supported by Pakistan. He stated that Pakistan seeks friendly ties with Afghanistan–considering it “a brotherly Islamic country”–while emphasizing Kabul must not provide sanctuary to these extremist groups (dunyanews.tv +3 | geo.tv | thecurrent.pk +3)
He associated India’s support for extremist groups with its domestic oppression of religious minorities and stated, “Terrorism is India’s domestic issue stemming from discriminatory and violent treatment of its minorities, particularly Muslims,” according to geo.tv +7 or newscom +7 sources.
Reaffirming Defiance against “Indian Hegemony” The Field Marshal took an assertive stance, asserting that Pakistan has never bowed before India and would never do so: “We have never submitted before India, nor will we ever do so.” He lauded Pakistani military unity and preparedness as evidenced by their performance during Ma’rakah-e-Haq operation (from Line of Control engagements to coastal engagements) as proof of capability (see thefrontierpost.com +4, geo.tv +4, Thenewscom.pk +4 and Thenewscom.pk + 4).
Munir also highlighted the significance of strong civil institutions to Pakistan’s advancement. He spoke of the necessity for civil service officers to have integrity, historical consciousness, and character traits–warning that nations which forget their history will suffer as a result. Lastly, Munir stressed the necessity for unification governance–working collaboratively between government, public sector, military agencies to move Pakistan forward–something which cannot happen unless public participation and collaboration come together with all three parts of government–with all three working to move the nation forward (sources current.pk and dunyanews.tv +3 with both channels +3 and then news.com.pk +3)
Escalated Tensions Between India and Pakistan
These remarks came amid rising India-Pakistan tensions. On April 22, a terror attack in Pahalgam that India blamed on militants linked to Pakistan killed 26 tourists, leading to Operation Sindoor military exchange, leading to casualties on both sides before U.S. mediators brokered a ceasefire agreement in early May (wikipedia +1 thecurrent.pk +1).
Recently, Pakistan has accused Indian agents of orchestrating a school bus bombing at Khuzdar in Balochistan — again implicating India proxies targeting civilians from Pakistan.
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Diplomatic and Regional Implications
Munir’s accusations appear designed to pressure regional actors–primarily Afghanistan–to reconsider any tolerance given anti-Pakistan militant networks with Indian links that may threaten Pakistan. His inference that India sponsors terrorism reflects Islamabad’s longstanding concerns regarding covert interference in its domestic stability.
Such claims could create further diplomatic friction with India and undermine efforts by international mediators seeking to de-escalate volatile situations in South Asia.
What’s Next In terms of Pakistan’s Response Strategy: Anticipate Islamabad to gather more intelligence with regard to any purported Indian proxy networks that could threaten Pakistani interests.
Regional Diplomacy: Islamabad may increase its efforts to persuade Afghanistan and other regional states to close down militant-hiding spots in order to combat sanctuaries that provide cover for militant activity.
India-Pakistan Relations: Without significant changes on either side, bilateral ties will likely remain fraught with tension–possibly leading to flashpoints.