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Asim Munir speech: “He aims to expand his influence significantly, leveraging anti-India rhetoric to consolidate power. It is a wake-up call for Pakistani politicians,” sources say
Speaking at the Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi on Saturday, Munir claimed Pakistan gave a “resolute response” to India, despite reaching out to New Delhi after sustaining heavy losses during Operation Sindoor.
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir’s recent speech in Karachi, which aimed to stir anti-India sentiment to gain popularity among other forces, shows his frustration, according to top intelligence sources.
His remarks seemed to be an attempt to assert Pakistan’s stance on continuing proxy warfare in Kashmir while trying to secure control over the Navy through anti-India rhetoric, they said.
“The context for Munir’s speech stemmed from India’s aborted Karachi strike, which showcased India’s capability for strong diplomacy through maritime dominance. This display of power forced Pakistan to de-escalate,” sources said.
“Munir’s ambitions are much broader, posing a wake-up call for Pakistani politicians. He aims to expand his influence significantly, leveraging anti-India rhetoric to consolidate power,” they said.
WHAT ASIM MUNIR SAID: KARACHI TO US
Speaking at the Pakistan Naval Academy in Karachi on Saturday, Munir claimed Pakistan gave a “resolute response” to India, despite reaching out to New Delhi after sustaining heavy losses during Operation Sindoor. Munir appeared to endorse acts of terrorism under the pretext of what he described as a “legitimate struggle”. “Pakistan, despite grave provocations, acted with restraint and maturity, and demonstrated its commitment to regional peace and stability, which has led to Pakistan’s role as a net regional stabiliser,” he said. Munir also assured that Pakistan would respond with a swift and befitting response to any future aggression.
Munir also raked up the Kashmir issue, saying, “Pakistan is a strong advocate for a just resolution of the Kashmir issue in accordance with United Nations resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.” He also called for a “just and peaceful resolution” to the Kashmir issue for lasting peace in the region.
News18 had earlier published a report on the exclusive details of Munir’s speech at the Four Seasons Hotel in Washington.
Days before the Pahalgam terror attack, Munir had reignited the issue by claiming that Kashmir was Pakistan’s “jugular vein”.
ASIM MUNIR SPEECH SHOWS FRUSTRATION OVER INDIAN NAVY POSITIONING: SOURCES
Sources say that the Indian Navy has positioned itself strategically, 260 miles off Karachi, targeting critical assets such as warships, dry docks, and port infrastructure vital to Pakistan’s economy.
This port handles 60% of Pakistan’s trade, making it a significant economic hub.
“The inability of Pakistan’s navy to counter India’s strategic positioning forced Islamabad to urgently seek a ceasefire on May 10. This move underscored Pakistan’s conventional weaknesses, as exposed by Operation Sindoor. The aborted Karachi strike serves as a stark reminder of India’s enhanced military thresholds and capabilities,” they said.
More than 100 terrorists, including top commanders like JeM leader Abdul Rauf Azhar and family members of Masood Azhar, were killed in India’s Operation Sindoor. The conflict lasted till May 10 afternoon when the Pakistan side requested a ceasefire in view of the heavy losses.
Group Editor, Investigations & Security Affairs, Network18
Group Editor, Investigations & Security Affairs, Network18
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