What does Pakistan military’s Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos mean?

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10 May, 2025 07:18

What does Pakistan military’s Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos mean?

In response to an unprovoked attack on Pakistani airbases by India, the Pakistan army has launched a military operation, named Bunyan ul Marsoos, targeting multiple Indian military installations.

The operation’s name, Bunyan ul Marsoos, is drawn from a verse of the Holy Quran, which means “a wall constructed of molten lead”, symbolising strength, solidarity, and impenetrability.

“Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos” is the name of Pakistan’s large-scale military counter-offensive launched in response to unprovoked Indian missile attacks on multiple Pakistani airbases. The operation marks a major escalation in the ongoing conflict between the two nuclear-armed nations.

The operation began after India’s cross-border strike on May 7. Pakistan retaliated by targeting seven key Indian military sites, including major airbases and Brahmos missile storage depots. It also involved the use of Fateh-1 missiles and cyberattacks that allegedly crippled India’s power infrastructure.

According to DG ISPR Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, Pakistan is fully prepared for any escalation, while the G7 nations have urged both sides to exercise restraint and resolve tensions through dialogue.

Operation Bunyan ul Marsoos is not just a military action — it is a strategic message underscoring Pakistan’s readiness to defend its sovereignty and deter further provocations.