Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that May 10 will be observed annually as Marka‑e‑Haq Day. The declaration was made at a ceremony commemorating the first anniversary of the four‑day war that began on May 7, 2025.
Key Developments
- The conflict originated after India’s Operation Sindoor was launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists.
- India claimed to have struck nine terror sites, eliminating at least 100 terrorists.
- Pakistan responded with retaliatory strikes, most of which were intercepted by the Indian military.
- Hostilities ceased on May 10, 2025 after a direct hotline conversation between senior army officials.
- International leaders – Donald Trump, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Chinese President Xi Jinping – were thanked for their diplomatic support.
Important Facts
The ceremony began with a one‑minute silence for the victims of the war. A planned aerial fly‑past was cancelled due to adverse weather. President Zardari emphasized that the conflict showcased the capability of the Pakistani armed forces when backed by national unity.
Exam Relevance
1. Security & Defence – The episode illustrates the dynamics of low‑intensity warfare, the use of air strikes, and the importance of crisis‑management mechanisms such as the military hotline. Understanding these mechanisms is essential for GS2 (Polity) and GS3 (Security).
2. International Relations – The involvement of the United States, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and China highlights how regional conflicts attract global diplomatic attention, a key theme in GS3 (International Relations).
3. Territorial Disputes – The reference to