Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir issued a nuclear threat against India while in Florida, USA, creating a diplomatic incident that has caught international attention. Munir’s statements, made during a meeting with Pakistani expatriates, centered on Pakistan’s nuclear capabilities and its readiness to respond to any perceived aggression, hinting at catastrophic consequences.
He further highlighted the ongoing dispute over the Indus River by threatening to target India’s dam project with missiles.
The fact that these threats were issued in the United States brings the focus to the US response.
1. This US visit is the second for Munir since the ceasefire. His previous meeting with former US President Donald Trump may have influenced his approach.
2. Nuclear threats from Pakistan’s leaders have been consistent since 2019.
3. The Pakistani government appears to be uneasy about current circumstances. This includes India’s refusal to engage in higher-level talks, as well as remarks made by India’s Army Chief. This has contributed to their anxiety.
This has brought the focus on Trump. The silence is noteworthy, given his earlier interest in preventing nuclear war between India and Pakistan.
The fact that Munir issued these threats from American soil also prompts the question of why the US government is silent.
One possible explanation for the silence could be linked to a series of deals. Trump is reportedly eager to see Pakistan purchase arms from the US. This would counter the current reliance on Chinese weaponry.
Further, a deal related to cryptocurrency in Pakistan, which could benefit Junior Trump and the World Liberty Foundation, with Munir at the center, may play a role.