Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, warned India of an “immediate, resolute, and high-level” response to any military adventurism during a visit to the Tilla Field Firing Ranges, where he observed Exercise Hammer Strike.
The large-scale drill, conducted by the Mangla-based Strike Corps, tested operational readiness through multi-domain operations, including long-range artillery, combat helicopters, air support, and advanced engineering, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported.
COAS Munir praised the troops’ morale and tactical skills, emphasising the Pakistan Army’s modernisation and combat superiority.
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Chief of Army Staff (#COAS), General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), visited the Tilla Field Firing Ranges (TFFR) today to witness Exercise Hammer Strike—a high-intensity, field training exercise conducted by #Pakistan Army’s Mangla Strike Corps.
Upon arrival, the COAS was… pic.twitter.com/wkfEkSur2N
— Pakistan Armed Forces News 🇵🇰 (@PakistanFauj) May 1, 2025The remarks come amid heightened tensions following the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, which killed 26 tourists.
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India has suggested Pakistan’s involvement without evidence, a claim Pakistan rejects. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Deputy PM Ishaq Dar advocate for a neutral investigation and a robust response to provocations. Global powers, including the U.S., UK, China, Turkey, and Qatar, have urged de-escalation.
The exercise underscores Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace, signalling unwavering defence readiness.
