Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that Pakistan successfully countered India’s recent military and diplomatic aggression during the Indo-Pak Strategic Stand-Off 2025. In a strong address to senior military officers on May 31 in Quetta, Sharif said Pakistan had overturned India’s attempt to set a dangerous “new norm” of unilateral strikes.
Conflict and Ceasefire
Sharif detailed the recent escalation that followed the April attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir. India blamed Pakistan, but Islamabad denied involvement and demanded a neutral investigation. Despite this, India launched cross-border attacks that led to four days of armed confrontation. A US-mediated ceasefire on May 10 finally ended the clashes.
Sharif declared that Pakistan’s response not only repelled Indian aggression but also dismantled New Delhi’s plan to alter the status quo. “We turned the tables on those dreaming of dictating terms,” he said.
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Defining a New Norm
The prime minister asserted that India’s efforts to establish strategic dominance had failed. He emphasized that Pakistan, not India, had defined a new framework for future engagements. “We will no longer tolerate arrogance or unilateralism from our neighbor,” he stated.
Sharif also said India suffered defeats on both the battlefield and in global diplomacy, while Pakistan demonstrated military strength and strategic restraint.
Broadening Security Focus
Sharif warned that modern threats extend beyond traditional combat. “We face hybrid warfare — from cyberattacks and economic coercion to disinformation campaigns,” he said. He urged Pakistan to remain vigilant against both physical and ideological threats.
Economy and Governance Take Priority
Turning to domestic challenges, Sharif acknowledged the economic crisis his government inherited. He noted that Pakistan had to seek help from international lenders like the IMF. However, he claimed that the economy has now stabilized and is on a recovery path.
Sharif concluded by rejecting India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. He called it an unacceptable attempt to “weaponize water,” and drew a firm line: “This is a red line Pakistan will not allow to be crossed.”
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