Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has alarmed observers by stating that the chances of a military confrontation with India are real. Addressing the media, Asif emphasized that although he did not wish for escalation, the threat is tangible and Pakistan must be prepared. His remarks come in a context of sharp rhetoric and recent...
In a pointed escalation of rhetoric, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned that India would be “buried under the wreckage of its warplanes” in any future military confrontation. His remarks, made on October 5, 2025, were a direct response to recent statements from India’s top security officials and come amid ongoing tensions between the two...
In a rare and candid admission, Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has acknowledged that the country functions under a hybrid political system where power is shared between the civilian government and the military establishment. His remarks have once again brought the spotlight on the powerful role of the army in Pakistan’s governance structure. Admission of...