The Pakistani people declared the country's army chief, General Asim Munir, a beloved strongman during the India-Pakistan Conflict.
General Asim Munir, Pakistan’s army chief and now Field Marshal, has seen a surge in popularity following the country's most serious conflict with India in decades. Once criticized for political interference and suppressing opposition, Munir is now hailed as a national hero.
The government promoted him in recognition of his "strategic brilliance" after Pakistan claimed a decisive military response to Indian air strikes. Public support soared, with rallies nationwide and Gallup Pakistan reporting 93% of respondents had a more favorable view of the military.
Even jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Munir's top domestic critic, praised the armed forces' performance. Analysts say the recent clash has restored the military’s image and cemented Munir’s dominance.
A devout Muslim and former intelligence chief, Munir emphasized ideological differences with Hindu-majority India, framing the conflict in religious terms. He dubbed Pakistan's counter-strike "Bunyan Marsoos" - Iron Wall, referencing a Koranic verse.
Munir remains in office until 2027, and experts believe the conflict has solidified his grip on power in a country where the military has long held sway.
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China issued red alerts as extreme monsoon rain trigger flash floods across central and southern regions, threatening lives, and infrastructure.
Germany’s producer prices dropped 1.2% year-on-year in May, in line with market expectations, largely due to falling energy prices, official data showed Friday.
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The 19th General Assembly of the Organization of Asia-Pacific News Agencies (OANA) is underway in St. Petersburg, Russia. The gathering, which brings together 41 news agencies from 33 countries, is being hosted by the TASS news agency as part of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his assassination threat against Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stating that he has instructed the military that “no one is untouchable in Iran."
China issued red alerts as extreme monsoon rain trigger flash floods across central and southern regions, threatening lives, and infrastructure.
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Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for June 20th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
A deadly overnight Russian drone assault on Ukraine’s Black Sea port city of Odesa left one person dead and at least 14 injured, striking residential buildings and key rail infrastructure, according to local authorities.
There are international calls to seek a diplomatic solution amid rising tensions in the Middle East and to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. That's according to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and key international allies who discussed the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
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