Pakistan Promotes Army Chief to Field Marshal Amid Tensions with India Over Border Conflict

Pakistan's cabinet promoted Syed Asim Munir, the country's chief of army staff, to the rank of field marshal following a recent military conflict with India, marking a significant promotion for the army chief. The move is seen as a strategic step to boost national morale and signal a strong response to external threats. Asim Munir's appointment also underscores Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's efforts to assert Pakistan's military dominance in the region. The promotion comes amid heightened tensions with India, which Pakistan has been engaged in a military standoff with over Kashmir.