Tue May 27 09:20:53 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir has been accused of presenting a digitally altered image of Chinese military exercises as evidence of Pakistan’s success in “Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos” against India. The image, gifted to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, closely resembles a 2019 photo from China’s Ministry of Defence showing long-range rocket launchers. This incident has raised eyebrows, especially considering Munir’s comments about countering Indian disinformation campaigns.

**News Article:**

**Pakistan Field Marshal Accused of Presenting Doctored Image as Proof of Success Against India**

**Islamabad, Pakistan – May 27, 2025** – In a potentially embarrassing turn of events, Pakistan’s Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir is facing scrutiny after presenting a photograph to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif purportedly showcasing Pakistan’s military success in “Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos” against India. The image, framed and gifted at a high-profile dinner event, bears a striking resemblance to a 2019 photograph of Chinese military exercises, raising concerns about its authenticity.

According to a press release from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the image was meant to illustrate the “operational success” of the Regiment of Pakistan Artillery during the operation, which was named as retaliation for India’s Operation Sindoor.

However, a close examination reveals striking similarities to an image available on the website of China’s Ministry of Defence, depicting a night raid exercise by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). While the presented Pakistani image shows multiple rocket launchers, the background remains identical to the Chinese photo, suggesting possible digital manipulation.

This incident gains added significance as it comes at a time when Pakistan is accusing India of waging a “disinformation campaign.” In the same event, Field Marshal Munir lauded Pakistani youth and media for countering Indian propaganda.

Reverse image searches of the Pakistani photograph also lead back to the original Chinese military image, further fueling speculation about the authenticity of the picture.

The incident has not been officially addressed by the Pakistani government, but it is expected to raise questions regarding the credibility of the information being disseminated by the armed forces. Further investigations are awaited.

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