In a recent speech at the National Ulema Conference in Islamabad, Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Asim Munir, claimed that divine intervention aided the Pakistani military during its conflict with India in May 2025, following India’s Operation Sindoor. Munir characterized the military engagements, which included significant Indian strikes on Pakistani airbases and alleged terror infrastructure, as spiritually ordained victories for Pakistan, invoking religious rhetoric and historical Islamic battles. His remarks have sparked widespread mockery online, particularly among Indian netizens, who pointed to substantial damage inflicted on Pakistan’s military assets during the conflict, including the crippling of roughly 20% of its air force capabilities. The backlash highlights a growing skepticism regarding Pakistan’s military narrative amid the ongoing tensions with India and its internal challenges, raising questions about the efficacy of militarized religious discourse in shaping national security and public perception. This episode underscores the complex interplay of faith, military strategy, and public morale in Pakistan as the region remains poised for further volatility.