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Pakistan's Field Marshal Asim Munir Threatens Swift Response to Any Indian Aggression as Chief of Defence Forces
Dec 09, 2025 01:22 pm CST
Pakistan's newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has issued provocative statements against India, warning of a "swift, severe, and intense" response to any future aggression. As Pakistan's most powerful military figure overseeing all three service branches and the country's nuclear arsenal, Munir's rise to power marks a significant shift in Pakistan's military structure amid ongoing regional tensions.
Field Marshal Asim Munir Appointed as Pakistan's First Chief of Defence Forces with Nuclear Authority
Dec 05, 2025 04:36 pm CST
Field Marshal Asim Munir has been appointed as Pakistan's first-ever Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), gaining unprecedented control over all military branches and the country's nuclear arsenal. This five-year appointment grants him legal immunity equivalent to the president and establishes him as Pakistan's most powerful military figure in decades, raising questions about the balance of power between civilian and military authorities.
Pakistan's Democratic Decline: How the Military Regained Control Without Tanks in the Streets
Nov 20, 2025 03:17 pm CST
Pakistan's military has regained central power through subtle means rather than overt force, as evidenced by recent constitutional amendments granting Army Chief Asim Munir expanded authority and legal immunity. While civilian leaders Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Zardari maintain ceremonial roles, they have systematically surrendered hard-won civilian oversight, potentially reversing two decades of democratic progress in Pakistan's governance structure.
Pakistan Grants Field Marshal Asim Munir Expanded Powers Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Nov 13, 2025 04:07 pm CST
Pakistan's parliament approves a constitutional amendment granting Field Marshal Asim Munir lifetime immunity and expanded control over military branches, further cementing the military's influence in the nuclear-armed nation. This development comes amid heightened regional tensions following deadly explosions in both Pakistan and India, while also coinciding with improved Pakistan-US relations and President Trump referring to Munir as his "favorite Field Marshal."
Pakistan Parliament Grants Army Chief Asim Munir Expanded Powers and Lifetime Immunity
Nov 13, 2025 02:25 am CST
Pakistan's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment expanding Army Chief Asim Munir's powers to include command over all armed forces as the new Chief of Defence Forces while granting him lifetime legal immunity upon completion of his term, a move critics argue undermines democratic governance and judicial oversight.
India Rejects Pakistan PM's Unfounded Terrorism Allegations Following Deadly Islamabad Blast
Nov 12, 2025 01:35 am CST
India has firmly dismissed Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's allegations linking India to a suicide bombing in Islamabad that killed 12 people. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal called these claims baseless, describing them as a diversionary tactic amid Pakistan's internal constitutional controversies regarding the creation of a new Chief of Defence Forces position.
Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment: How Asim Munir's Army Gains Unprecedented Power Over the State
Nov 12, 2025 01:23 am CST
Pakistan's government has passed the 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill, granting sweeping powers to Army Chief Asim Munir as the new Chief of Defence Forces. This landmark legislation shifts military control from the president and cabinet directly to Munir, establishes a new Federal Constitutional Court, and provides constitutional backing to military authority, raising concerns about Pakistan's democratic institutions and balance of power.
Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment: How General Asim Munir Is Securing Unprecedented Military Authority
Nov 11, 2025 05:05 pm CST
Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment Bill transforms the nation's governance by establishing a new Chief of Defence Forces position to be held by the Army Chief, granting lifetime immunity to Field Marshals, and formalizing military dominance in the constitutional framework. This amendment effectively restructures Pakistan's civil-military relationship, concentrating unprecedented power in General Asim Munir's hands while following historical patterns established by former military rulers.
Pakistan Amends Constitution: Creates Chief of Defence Forces Position After Operation Sindoor Conflict with India
Nov 09, 2025 10:42 am CST
Pakistan has implemented a significant constitutional amendment creating a new Chief of Defence Forces position, following military setbacks during India's Operation Sindoor in May. The 27th Constitutional Amendment consolidates power under the Army Chief, who will simultaneously hold both roles, while elevating General Asim Munir to Field Marshal for life. The reform responds to coordination challenges exposed during the four-day conflict with India and aims to establish a unified command structure across Pakistan's military services.
Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment: How Field Marshal Asim Munir Could Gain Unprecedented Power
Nov 06, 2025 03:39 pm CST
Pakistan plans to introduce the 27th constitutional amendment that could significantly increase Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir's authority by restructuring the command of armed forces. The Shehbaz Sharif government has confirmed the upcoming amendment, which proposes changes to Article 243 and potentially creates a new Commander-in-Chief position. Critics fear this move would fundamentally alter Pakistan's civil-military balance, placing civilian institutions under military control and reducing provincial autonomy established by the 18th amendment.