Munir’s remarks, made during his visit to the United States earlier this week, had already drawn sharp criticism from India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), which warned Islamabad of “painful consequences” if it continued such rhetoric.
August 16, 2025“On behalf of the United States, I extend our warm congratulations to the people of Pakistan as they celebrate their Independence Day on August 14,” Rubio said.
August 14, 2025Her remarks follow controversial comments by Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asim Munir in Florida, where he reportedly warned that Pakistan could use nuclear weapons against India and “half the world” in the event of an existential threat.
August 13, 2025Rubin called the comments “completely unacceptable,” comparing them to statements by ISIS and questioning Pakistan’s ability to act as a responsible state.
August 12, 2025Speaking to members of the Pakistani-American community in Tampa, Florida, Munir said Islamabad would defend its water rights “at all costs,” insisting that the Indus River “is not the Indians’ family property.”
August 11, 2025“There is widespread opposition to the continued imprisonment of the country's most popular politician @ImranKhanPTI on trumped-up charges,” Khalilzad added.
June 19, 2025The high-profile meeting took place as the world closely watches US responses to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.
June 19, 2025He further pointed out that Trump has repeatedly taken credit for brokering a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, implying the premature end of “Operation Sindoor.”
June 18, 2025General Munir is currently visiting the United States and has faced sharp criticism and protests from overseas Pakistanis and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters during his stay.
June 18, 2025He also criticized Pakistan’s promotion of General Asim Munir to Field Marshal despite military setbacks, drawing parallels with former autocratic rulers like Ayub Khan and General Musharraf.
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