Pakistan Rejects Indian Media Claims of Shaheen Missile Use as False Propaganda
Pakistan has strongly rejected Indian media reports alleging the use of Shaheen missiles during Operation Bunyan-un-Marsus, calling the claims baseless, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to deflect attention from recent Indian military setbacks.
In a statement issued Monday, the Foreign Office condemned the disinformation, saying the narrative was based on a now-deleted video posted by official Indian Army social media handles. The video, which falsely claimed Pakistan deployed Shaheen missiles, was quietly removed after its inaccuracy was exposed. However, Indian media had already widely disseminated the claim.
“Pakistan categorically rejects the baseless allegations being circulated in Indian media,” the Foreign Office said. “These are part of a deliberate attempt to divert attention from India’s failure in Operation Sindoor.”
The spokesperson further criticized India for spreading false narratives, accusing it of promoting nuclear blackmail allegations and fabricating stories to shape public opinion against Pakistan.
No Clarification from Indian Army
Despite removing the misleading video, the Indian Army has not issued an apology or clarification. Pakistan’s Foreign Office criticized this silence, saying it reflects a dangerous pattern of disseminating disinformation without accountability.
“The Indian Army’s failure to publicly address the issue, coupled with the Indian media’s unprofessionalism, poses a serious threat to regional peace and stability,” the spokesperson added.
Only Conventional Weapons Used
Responding to the missile allegations, Pakistan clarified it had only employed conventional weaponry in Operation Bunyan-un-Marsus, which was carried out in self-defense.
“Pakistan used Fateh missiles, drones, and artillery to target Indian military installations in response to provocations,” the statement said, referring to details published in the ISPR press release dated May 12.
The spokesperson reaffirmed that Pakistan remains committed to peace but will act decisively to protect its sovereignty.
Accusations of Indian False Flag Plans
In a related development, Pakistani security officials have accused Indian intelligence agencies of planning a false flag operation in Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. This follows an article in The Sunday Guardian attributed to former TTP spokesperson Ehsanullah Ehsan, which claimed Pakistan was planning two more attacks.
Pakistani officials said the article was part of a broader disinformation campaign allegedly orchestrated by RAW, India’s external intelligence agency.
“This article is nothing more than testimony to India’s preparation for another false flag operation,” the officials warned.
They also noted that Indian agencies have a history of ghostwriting articles under Ehsan’s name to spread propaganda and mislead international audiences.
Conclusion:
Pakistan has dismissed Indian claims as part of a calculated propaganda effort and warned of escalating disinformation tactics from New Delhi. Islamabad maintains its stance of strategic restraint and defensive posturing, emphasizing its preference for peace while remaining vigilant against any threats to national sovereignty.
