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Pakistan Promotes Army Chief to Field Marshal Amid Tensions

5/20/2025

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In a historic move, Pakistan has elevated Army Chief General Asim Munir to the prestigious rank of Field Marshal, a title not bestowed in nearly six decades. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led the cabinet meeting that celebrated Munir's strategic leadership amid recent tensions with India. He will maintain his role as army chief, while the Air Force chief's tenure is also extended.

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In a historic move, Pakistan has elevated Army Chief General Asim Munir to the prestigious rank of Field Marshal, a title not bestowed in nearly six decades. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led the cabinet meeting that celebrated Munir's strategic leadership amid recent tensions with India. He will maintain his role as army chief, while the Air Force chief's tenure is also extended.