Pakistan Army top brass rush families abroad amid rising war tensions with India

After the Pahalgam attack, tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated dramatically, with war clouds looming over the border. India's bold and swift actions have sent shockwaves through Pakistan's military leadership. In response to the rising threat, the family of Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has been shifted abroad for their safety.

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Reports confirm that General Munir's family has left Pakistan and relocated to Britain, traveling in a private aircraft. Similarly, the family of Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, has also moved abroad. Some sources indicate they have settled between Britain and New Jersey.

The Pakistan Army has moved into a high state of alert, fearing a potential conflict with India. As a precaution, top generals, senior commanders, and other high-ranking officials have sent their families to various countries to ensure their security. The sudden movement of families underscores the seriousness of the situation and the growing fear within the Pakistani establishment of a possible Indian strike.

General Asim Munir’s family is confirmed to have reached Britain safely, while General Sahir Shamshad Mirza’s family members are also known to be overseas. The urgency and secrecy of these departures highlight the intense pressure and preparations underway at Pakistan’s highest military levels.