Khawaja Asif Raises Concerns About India’s Role
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has sparked controversy by suggesting that India could provoke tensions along the border, potentially leading to a two-front war. Speaking to Samaa TV, Asif warned that Islamabad must remain prepared for any eventuality amid border tensions with Afghanistan.
Responding to a question on Indian provocations, Asif stated:
“No, absolutely, you cannot rule that out. There are strong possibilities.”
When asked if Pakistan had strategic plans in place for a potential two-front conflict, Asif confirmed:
“Yes, strategies are in place. I can’t discuss them publicly, but we are prepared for any eventuality.”
Previous Remarks on Afghanistan
Earlier, Asif had accused the Afghan Taliban government of allegedly fighting a proxy war on behalf of India. Speaking to Geo News, he claimed:
“I have my doubts that the ceasefire will hold, because the decisions of the Taliban are being sponsored by Delhi.”
He added:
“Right now, Kabul is fighting a proxy war for Delhi.”
These remarks have added to ongoing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, especially following recent cross-border clashes.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Border Tensions
The statements come after a temporary 48-hour ceasefire was agreed between Islamabad and Kabul late Wednesday, following deadly skirmishes that killed dozens of troops and civilians.
The ceasefire ended a week of intense violence along the southern Afghanistan-Pakistan border, where the Taliban had launched operations. Pakistan has accused Afghanistan of harboring Pakistani Taliban (TTP) militants, which Kabul has denied.
Asif’s comments highlight Pakistan’s security concerns amid the complex regional dynamics, including ongoing accusations of proxy warfare and cross-border hostilities.
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Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warns of a possible two-front war with India and Afghanistan, citing potential provocations and proxy warfare by Kabul. A 48-hour ceasefire was agreed after deadly border clashes.
