Can Only Allah Protect Pakistan After Operation Sindoor?

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Key Takeaways
- Pakistan's lawmakers are expressing fear amidst military tensions.
- Tahir Iqbal's emotional plea reflects deep vulnerabilities.
- Operation Sindoor has escalated military responses between India and Pakistan.
- Public displays of emotion indicate a shift in the political landscape.
- Calls for divine intervention highlight the psychological toll of the situation.
New Delhi, May 8 (NationPress) The aftershocks of India’s Operation Sindoor are resonating within the chambers of Pakistan’s Parliament. In a remarkable and heartfelt moment, Retired Major and current MP Tahir Iqbal, a former officer of the Pakistan Army, became emotional in Parliament, fervently pleading in Urdu for Allah’s protection over Pakistan.
This poignant display of emotion followed the day after Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made an urgent call to the global community for assistance in safeguarding his nation. Even lawmakers in Pakistan are now openly voicing their anxiety and powerlessness amid India’s decisive reaction to the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. The military response, dubbed Operation Sindoor, obliterated nine terrorist camps within Pakistan and PoK, resulting in nearly 100 terrorists reportedly being neutralized.
In Parliament, Tahir Iqbal acknowledged Pakistan's vulnerabilities and sought divine help. With a quivering voice and tear-filled eyes, he implored,
“Our nation is fragile. Thus, I urge everyone to unite in prayer to our Lord. Oh Lord of the Kaaba, we beseech you to safeguard this country you entrusted to us.”
He continued, “This nation was born from prayers. Allah appeared in dreams to our leaders and assured them that Pakistan would emerge. Now, only He can offer protection.”
As he wept, he added, “Allah, please forgive us. We submit before you, seeking mercy, for we are sinners.”
This public display of fear and desperation in Pakistan’s Parliament underscores the psychological toll of India’s military actions. In response to the Pahalgam attack, India conducted targeted strikes deep into terrorist strongholds, indicating a new approach of swift and decisive military retaliation.
Pakistan, shaken by these strikes, retaliated by firing across the LoC, leading to casualties in India. They also attempted to launch drone and missile strikes on Indian cities on Wednesday night, all of which were intercepted and neutralized by Indian air defense systems.
As tensions rise, one fact is evident — India has transitioned from a stance of restraint to one of resolution. This message has resonated deeply within Pakistan, leaving their own legislators turning to prayer rather than strategy.