Pakistan’s Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif, has acknowledged his country’s involvement in promoting terrorist organizations. In an interview, he admitted that Pakistan has been engaged in these activities for around 30 years on behalf of the United States, Britain, and other Western countries. He stated that this was a mistake and that Pakistan had suffered greatly as a result. He also mentioned that there could be a full-scale war between India and Pakistan.
This statement comes after the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists, and has further strained the relationship between India and Pakistan. India has accused Pakistan of planning the attack, and the minister’s interview has created a stir due to its timing, as it coincides with the deteriorating ties between the two countries.
Pakistan’s past support for terrorist organizations has long been a point of contention in its relations with India, and Asif’s acknowledgment adds a new dimension to this complex issue. The interview highlights the growing tensions and the potential for conflict between India and Pakistan, with both nations on edge.