A senior leader of Pakistan’s ruling PML-N party has claimed that former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif personally supervised the planning of Pakistan’s military response to India during the recent four-day conflict. The statement has sparked controversy, raising questions about civil-military coordination in Pakistan.
Key Allegations & Political Fallout
- Supervision Claim: Pakistan’s Punjab province Information Minister Azma Bukhari asserted that the entire operation against India was designed under Nawaz Sharif’s direction.
- Sharif’s Diplomatic Stance: Despite the claim, Nawaz Sharif has consistently advocated for peaceful resolutions, stating that Pakistan prefers diplomacy but knows how to defend itself.
- Historical Context: Sharif, who served as Pakistan’s Prime Minister during the 1999 Kargil War, has previously been involved in high-stakes military decisions.
India-Pakistan Conflict & Ceasefire Agreement
The allegations come days after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire, following intense cross-border exchanges that began with India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ on May 7, targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Pakistan attempted retaliatory strikes on May 8, 9, and 10, but failed to inflict significant damage, according to Indian officials.
Future Implications & Regional Stability
With Pakistan’s military posture evolving, analysts warn that civilian-military coordination in Islamabad could impact regional security dynamics. The claim also raises concerns about Sharif’s continued influence on national security matters, despite holding no official government position.
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