In a surprising turn of events, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently presented Army Chief Asim Munir with a framed photo that he falsely claimed represented Operation Bunyan al-Marsus against India. This image, however, was actually a snapshot from a 2019 Chinese military drill, leading to widespread criticism and mockery online.
The controversial gift was unveiled during a high-profile dinner, where Munir gathered political leaders to commend their "foresight" during a tense four-day armed conflict with India. Instead of celebrating a legitimate military victory, the PM’s decision to showcase a doctored image quickly backfired.
Social media users reacted with sarcasm, pointing out the absurdity of presenting a manipulated photo as proof of military achievement. One user quipped, "When you can’t win on the battlefield, you win in Canva,” highlighting the perceived farcical nature of the situation.
Others added to the mocking tone, questioning Pakistan's credibility and suggesting that it had resorted to sharing images from foreign military events to bolster its own narrative. Many users spread the original image of the Chinese drill, further emphasizing the deceptive nature of the PM’s gift. As the discussion escalated, critics described the act as undignified and reflective of deeper issues within Pakistan's military and political strategy.
