Islamabad: Pakistan's military on Saturday expressed concerns over Indian leadership's "provocative" statements, warning that the next conflict between the nuclear rivals could lead to "cataclysmic devastation."

According to Anadolu Agency, the statement came a day after Indian army chief Gen. Upendra Dwivedi warned Islamabad that forces would not show restraint next time and urged Pakistan to stop "supporting" terrorism if it wants to retain its place on the world map. Earlier, Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated that any misadventure by Pakistan in the Sir Creek sector would be met with a 'strong and decisive' response that could 'change both history and geography.'

Sir Creek is a disputed 96-km-long tidal estuary between India's Gujarat and Pakistan's Sindh province. The Pakistan army's military wing issued a statement expressing grave concern over the "delusional, provocative and jingoistic statements" from the Indian security establishment. It cautioned that a future conflict might lead to cataclysmic devastation, emphasizing that Pakistan would not hold back in case of fresh hostilities, pledging a resolute response.

The statement further asserted Pakistan's capability and resolve to strike deep into Indian territory, challenging the notion of geographic immunity. The military warned of extending the conflict to the farthest reaches of India if provoked.

The backdrop of these tensions includes a four-day conflict between India and Pakistan in May, following an attack at Pahalgam tourist resort in Indian-administered Kashmir on April 22. New Delhi attributed the attack to Islamabad, which denied involvement and called for a neutral investigation. In response, India initiated Operation Sindoor, targeting sites in Pakistan, which then retaliated with Operation Bunyanun Marsoos. The exchange of aerial attacks lasted four days until US President Donald Trump announced a truce on May 10.