As the nation goes through this looming shadow of war in the face of an aggressive and insensitive adversary, I see one institution that stands firm, resolute, deeply devoted to sacrifice and defending Pakistan: the Pakistan Army.
We, as a nation, are standing on the verge of a test of national unity, positive character, and resolve. In this crisis, Pakistan’s forces are proving to be a symbol of strength and resilience. Their courage, valour, and passion for the motherland are matchless. While I am writing this sitting on my couch, I think of a soldier who is standing on the border, fearlessly responding to every Indian attack with full zeal. How Allah has chosen some people for Jihad; how blessedly brave these men are; winning over the false propaganda every day; upholding the true ideals of Jinnah. They have proven themselves to be the true guardians of the nation, once again.
Unfortunately, there are factions of people who have been trying to malign the forces by spreading false news, illogical opinions, and hatred for the brave soldiers. I will use this platform to condemn such actions and people. They have been using the situation to create a source of entertainment for themselves. Disregarding the fact that war is not a movie or game, it has something new and thrilling every day. War needs strategies, and strategies are far more important than show-offs. Such people are not only harming their country but also supporting the enemy by promoting their narratives.
In addition, the war between Pakistan and India is not on a single front. Besides ammunition, bullets, missiles, jets, and drones, we have been facing information warfare. Social media is flooded with false and senseless propaganda about the situation. The prophets of doom have come into action to spread misinformation and disinformation, misguiding the people in both countries and using psy-ops to distract and detract the nations on both sides. The truth has been distorted just to create panic among the masses.
India’s clownery media machinery is busy circulating false claims of victory and dominance in war. They have doctored the facts, using IT cells and Troll farms just to shape international narratives. The exaggerated claims, misleading maps, false news, and all those media clowns celebrating the non-happened events show the intentions of a propaganda war by the Indians. Yet, our forces have remained dignified, preferring strategies over pressures, putting the country first, and neglecting the yellow journalism of India. They have chosen professionalism over sensationalism, doing the best in their jobs.
At this time, as a Pakistani nation, our responsibility is to play our part. We can do it by countering the misinformation being spread. Verify before sharing anything on media, don’t be a part of the propaganda war between India against Pakistan. Stand united in this time, irrespective of any political affiliation, any ethnic background, just be a Pakistani first. The enemy wants to divide us by spreading false and anti-army content. We should not become prey to the tactics. Similarly, it is high time to educate the youth about hybrid warfare to keep them aware and critical of whatever they read on social media.
This war, like every other war, will soon end. Only what will stay will be stories, stories of our heroes, the innocents who lost their lives, our response today will define who we are, for generations to come. Let us just rally around the green. Let us be one. Let the enemy lose this propaganda war. Let us honour the men in uniform, let us acknowledge their bravery and sacrifices. Let us be one nation.
No force can undo Pakistan. We are well protected from the enemy. The innocent people who have lost their lives and homes in the past few days are our martyrs, and their sacrifices will never be forgotten. However, there is a dire need to spread positivity, truth-based content, be one against the propaganda, and let India see how we as a nation are strong enough to defeat them in their false psy-ops. To my every reader, I will leave you all with a promise that our brave soldiers will not let us down. They are doing their job perfectly and accurately. Have faith. Have patience. Make prayers for everyone fighting for us on the borders, and do not fall prey to the venom of fake propaganda, baseless claims, and yellow journalism. This too shall pass- good times will come- very soon, God willing!
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She is a clinical psychologist and author with over six years of experience in freelance writing, specializing in mental health, social issues, and global affairs. She co-authored L’Art de Vivre, a book on positive psychology, and contributed to flood relief efforts in 2022. She also qualified the CSS Special Competitive Examination in 2023. Through her work, she is committed to promoting resilience, raising public awareness, and fostering informed discourse by combining psychological insight with socio-political analysis.