3rd Comm Bn., Fwd (-)
7th FMF WestPac
Yokosuka, JPN
12 May 2025
Fm. Charlie.Two SU Alpha.
To. CMG, 7th FMF WestPac
Subj. Bunyan Al-Marsous--Pakistan.Counter.Operation--Combined Action Report
Ref: DivO 5750.2B
(a) MCO 5750.4
(b) FMF Pac 5750.8
(c) DivO 57550.2B
Encl: (1) In accordance with the above provisions of references (a), (b), and (c), enclosure (1) is submitted herewith.
a. Prime Minister:
Shehbaz Sharif
b. President:
Asif Ali Zardari
c. Defence Minister:
Khawaja Asif
2. Military Leadership:
a. Director General, Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR): Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry (official spokesperson for the operation and military actions)
b. Chief of Army Staff: (Not explicitly named in search results, but typically the senior-most military commander)
c. Chief of Air Staff: (Not explicitly named in search results, but responsible for PAF operations)
3. Units Involved:
a.
Pakistan Army (PA):
(1) Provided ground-based missile capabilities, including the use of Fatah-I and Fatah-II surface-to-surface missiles.
(2) Responsible for artillery and ground-based retaliatory strikes, especially along the Line of Control (LoC) near Sialkot and in the Kashmir region.
b. Pakistan Air Force (PAF):
(1) Engaged in air operations, including precision missile strikes and air defense responses.
(2) Conducted aerial operations, including missile and drone strikes targeting Indian military installations such as the Pathankot airbase and Udhampur Air Force Station.
c. Cyber Warfare Units:
(1) Pakistan claimed to have conducted cyberattacks that temporarily disrupted up to 70% of India’s power grid and targeted Indian military and government websites and satellites.
(2) Pakistan launched cyberattacks as part of the operation, targeting Indian government and military digital infrastructure, including websites and satellite communications.
d. Intelligence and Strategic Command:
(1) Coordinated targeting and response, especially in relation to drone and missile defense.
(2) Strategic Missile Forces:
(i) Deployed Fatah-II guided artillery rockets and other missile systems, reportedly aiming at high-value targets like Delhi (though some were intercepted).
4. Operation Bunyan al-Marsous represented one of the most extensive and coordinated Pakistani military responses in recent decades, involving joint operations across multiple domains and led by the country’s top civilian and military leadership.
PART II. NARRATIVE SUMMARY
1. Background and Trigger Events
The 2025 India–Pakistan conflict was ignited by a major terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, where 26 civilians, mostly tourists, were killed.
a. India accused Pakistan of supporting the militants involved, which Pakistan denied.
2. In response, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting what it described as militant camps and infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
a. India claimed only militant targets were hit, while Pakistan alleged civilian casualties, including mosques and children.
Escalation and Pakistani Response
3. On the night of May 9-10, 2025, India escalated by firing missiles at three Pakistani airbases:
a. Nur Khan (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), and Rafiqui (Jhang).
(1) These strikes were described as bold, targeting critical military infrastructure close to Islamabad and other major cities.
4. In retaliation, Pakistan launched Operation Bunyan al-Marsous (also spelled Bunyan-ul-Marsoos, Bunyan-un-Marsoos) in the early hours of May 10, 2025.
a. The operation’s name, drawn from a Quranic verse (Surah Al-Saff 61:4), means "a solid wall of lead" or "a structure firmly joined together," symbolizing unity and national defense.
5. Operation Bunyan al-Marsous: Actions and Targets
a. Pakistan’s military response included:
Launching Al-Fateh and Fattah-1 ballistic missiles, with the Al-Fateh launch dedicated to children killed in Indian strikes.
b. Striking at least seven strategic sites in India, including Pathankot, Udhampur, Gujarat, and Rajasthan airbases, BrahMos missile storage sites, brigade headquarters, supply depots, and artillery positions.
6. Conducting cyberattacks that reportedly disabled up to 70% of India’s electricity grid and targeted Indian military and government domains.
a. Drone and missile attacks on up to 26 locations in India, according to some sources.
(1) Pakistan claimed destruction of key Indian military assets, including the BrahMos storage site in Beas and Nagrota, and the Udhampur airfield, which had allegedly been used to launch attacks on Sikhs in Amritsar and other targets in Pakistan.
7. Ceasefire and Aftermath
a. Heavy fighting and shelling occurred along the Line of Control (LoC), with casualties reported on both sides,
(1) including the death of the commissioner of Rajouri, India-administered Kashmir, from Pakistani shelling.
8. After three days of conflict, both nations agreed to a ceasefire effective from 5:00 pm IST (4:30 pm PKT) on May 10, 2025, though mutual accusations of violations followed.
a. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared a "Day of Gratitude" (Yaum-e-Tashakur) on May 11, 2025, claiming victory.
PART III. TECHNICAL ASPECTS
1. Principal Weapons Employed by Pakistan
a. Drones and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs):
(1) Pakistan used drones and loitering munitions to conduct strikes on both civilian areas and military infrastructure in India, as well as for air intrusions along the Line of Control.
b. Long-Range Missiles and Heavy Calibre Weapons:
(1) The operation saw the use of long-range artillery and heavy calibre weapons to target Indian positions, particularly along the border regions.
c. Fighter Aircraft:
(1) The Pakistan Air Force deployed fighter jets, notably JF-17s, which were reportedly equipped with hypersonic missiles for precision strikes against high-value Indian military targets, such as the S-400 air defense system in Adampur.
d. Cyber Operations:
(1) A significant cyberattack was reported, with Pakistani sources claiming they rendered up to 70% of India’s power grid inoperative, severely disrupting military coordination.
e. Targeted Strikes on Military Installations:
(1) Key Indian military sites targeted included airfields (Adampur, Udhampur, Pathankot, Suratgarh, Sirsa), supply depots, brigade headquarters, and intelligence centers.
(2) Artillery positions and logistics hubs were also struck.
f. Artillery Fire:
91) Widespread artillery exchanges were reported, especially in Jammu and Kashmir, contributing to the intensity of the conflict.
2. Notable Targets and Impact
Military Installations:
a. Airfields, supply depots, brigade headquarters, and intelligence centers across northern India were targeted and, in some cases, heavily damaged.
b. Air Defense Systems:
(1) The S-400 air defense system in Adampur was specifically mentioned as destroyed by a hypersonic missile strike.
c. Power Infrastructure:
(1) Cyberattacks disrupted a significant portion of India’s power grid, affecting military operations.
3. Pakistan’s Operation Bunyan al Marsous in 2025 relied on a combination of drones, long-range missiles, fighter aircraft (with advanced munitions), heavy artillery, and cyber warfare to strike Indian military and strategic infrastructure.
a. These actions represented a significant escalation in conventional and hybrid warfare capabilities employed in the conflict.
PART IV. CIVILIAN AFFAIRS
1. International Headlines and Reactions
a. Global Media:
(1) Leading international outlets such as Al Jazeera, Reuters, and regional broadcasters provided extensive coverage, noting the unprecedented scale of direct missile exchanges between the two nuclear-armed neighbors and warning of the risk of full-scale war.
b. United States and International Powers:
(1) There were urgent calls for de-escalation, with experts warning of the “irreversible” consequences if the conflict continued to spiral.
2. Official Statements:
a. Both nations held press conferences.
(1) Pakistan’s military emphasized the operation’s defensive nature and unity, while India accused Pakistan of aggression and targeting civilian sites.
3. Notable Quotes from International Media:
a. "Pakistan's operation is titled Bunyan Marsoos, an Arabic phrase that translates as 'a structure made of lead'. The phrase originates from the Quran... In its religious context, the phrase signifies unity and strength among believers striving for a just cause."
Al Jazeera
b. "Pakistan has massively escalated the standoff with India by firing drones and missiles, including Fattah-1 ballistic missile. It has named its operation Bunyan al-Marsoos... meaning 'solid wall of lead'."
India Today
4. Social media platforms in Pakistan saw a surge of patriotic sentiment, with hashtags related to “Bunyan Al Marsous” trending nationwide.
a. Users widely shared Quranic references and military footage, emphasizing the operation’s religious and nationalistic symbolism.
(1) Many posts praised the Pakistan Armed Forces for their “befitting response” and called for unity, while some shared unverified claims of extensive damage to Indian military assets.
(2) There was also significant sharing of official press conferences and statements, reinforcing the narrative of Pakistani restraint followed by justified retaliation.
(3) A minority of voices urged caution and called for de-escalation, but these were largely overshadowed by calls for solidarity and celebration of the military’s actions.
PART V. SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
1. Operational Data
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Operation Name | Bunyan al-Marsous ("Structure of Lead"/"Unbreakable Wall") |
| Launch Date | May 10, 2025 |
| Principal Leadership | Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry (military spokesperson); Pakistan Army GHQ; DGMO |
| Main Units Involved | Pakistan Army, Pakistan Air Force, Cyber Warfare Units, Strategic Missile Forces |
| Key Actions | Missile/drone strikes on Indian airbases, cross-LoC artillery, cyberattacks |
| Notable Targets | Pathankot Airbase, Udhampur Air Force Station, BrahMos missile storage, Indian LoC sites |
| Stated Objective | Retaliation for Indian strikes; deterrence; demonstration of resilience and unity |
2. Weapons, Systems, Cyber Strikes
| Weapon/System | Role/Target |
|---|---|
| Drones/UAVs | Strikes on military/civilian sites, reconnaissance |
| Long-range missiles | Attacks on Indian airbases and installations |
| Fighter aircraft (JF-17) | Precision strikes, including hypersonic missiles |
| Heavy artillery | Shelling along the Line of Control |
| Cyber operations | Disruption of Indian power grid and coordination |
| Loitering munitions | Targeted attacks on infrastructure |
3. Media
| Date | Headline | Source |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2025 | "Pakistan launches Operation Bunyan Marsoos: What we know so far" | Al Jazeera27 |
| May 10, 2025 | "Pakistan launches 'Bunyan-un-Marsoos' military operation against India" | TRT World3 |
| May 10, 2025 | "Bunyan Marsoos: The meaning behind Pakistan’s military operation against India" | ARY News1 |
| May 10, 2025 | "Pakistan launches 'Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos' in response to Indian aggression" | Radio Pakistan5 |
| May 10, 2025 | "Pakistan's Operation Bunyan al-Marsoos: Why the name, what it means" | India Today8 |
| May 11, 2025 | "Operation Bunyan Al Marsous: Former Punjab CM Hamza Shahbaz lauds Pakistan’s response to Indian aggression" | The Nation4 |
4. Synthetic Intelligence: Perplexity-AI.
5. Image credit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7v3R9vqnWpU
6. Prepared for Charlie.Two by JCL, (204xxxx-2533), SubUnit Alpha, Firebase Tango.
End of Report
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