During a visit to Florida, USA, Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, issued a provocative nuclear threat against India, alarming observers and sparking questions about the implications for regional stability. Addressing Pakistani expatriates, Munir emphasized Pakistan’s nuclear capabilities, stating the potential for devastating global consequences should Pakistan come under threat.
Furthermore, Munir specifically mentioned India’s dam project on the Indus River, suggesting a missile strike would be launched to destroy the dam after its completion.
The location of the threat, within the United States, has brought the focus on the US’s response.
1. This visit marks Munir’s second trip to the US since the ceasefire. His previous meeting with former US President Donald Trump may have played a role.
2. Nuclear threats from Pakistani officials have been repeated since 2019.
3. The Pakistani government appears to be worried about the situation, with India declining high-level talks. Recent comments from the Indian Army Chief regarding potential renewed conflict adds to their concern.
This raises questions about the response from Trump, particularly in light of his previous comments regarding the potential for nuclear war between India and Pakistan.
The fact that Munir made the threats while in the US prompts scrutiny of the US government’s reaction.
A potential reason for this apparent silence may be related to a number of deals. Trump has an interest in Pakistan purchasing weapons from the US, despite the reliance on Chinese-made weapons.
Moreover, a deal involving cryptocurrency in Pakistan is being negotiated, which could potentially benefit Junior Trump and the World Liberty Foundation, with Munir at the center of the agreement.