Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned against trusting the Taliban's 'mixed signals' regarding their support for the TTP, stating that their backing remains intact and urging official clarification.
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Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government is firmly aligned with the Centre in combating terrorism, hailing their unity on the issue.
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a warning that the country will respond with greater intensity to any future miscalculation or act of aggression. His statement emphasizes a more robust defensive posture.
In the coming days, France and the United Kingdom will organise a conference with countries wishing to participate in a peaceful multinational mission to restore freedom of navigation in the…
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has defended the country's solar policy in the National Assembly, addressing criticism over taxes and power costs.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned India against planning a 'false-flag operation' to blame Pakistan. He stated that New Delhi would face a strong reaction if such an act were carried out.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan revealed details of secret negotiations regarding Iran, stating that messages are being relayed through Pakistan, and warned that Israel is currently the biggest obstacle to peace in the Middle East. This comes as Pakistan's leadership continues to position the nation as a pivotal peacemaker amid the US-Iran conflict, holding crisis meetings to navigate the war on its borders.
Khawaja Asif said that despite Iran's readiness for agreement, "a war has been imposed upon them, and its agenda, orchestrated by the Zionists, includes bringing Israel's influence right up to Pakistan's border".
Sharing a long rant on social media platform X, Khawaja Asif said that the “Zionist” agenda was to bring Israel’s influence right up to Pakistan's border.
Pakistan's Power Minister Awais Leghari announced "strict action" against a Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) line superintendent following a complaint of financial corruption by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif stated that India would be 'relegated to history' and its geography 'changed' if it attempted any future misadventure against Pakistan.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has issued a stern warning to Afghanistan, stating that Pakistan would resort to 'open war' if Kabul fails to take action against terrorists operating from its soil.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif lauded the armed forces and warned against future aggression, emphasizing national unity as a 'steel-like wall' against external threats.
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Israel has condemned remarks by Pakistan's Khawaja Asif, who described Israel as "evil" and a "curse for humanity," sparking an "outrageous" response and questioning Pakistan's diplomatic neutrality.
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Pakistan's Minister Khawaja Asif made a controversial "Kolkata" remark after Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned Pakistan against any "misadventure" that would invite "unprecedented and decisive" action.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif reminded his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh that the 'illusion of space for war between two nuclear states is inconceivable and has drastic consequences,' reacting to Singh’s earlier statements. Asif's remarks came as a 'calibrated' response warning before the Pahalgam Anniversary, following Singh's comments that any 'misadventure' from India's neighbor would invite 'unprecedented and decisive' action.
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An Iranian lawmaker claims Tehran is quietly charging tankers up to $2 million for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, following an earlier provocative suggestion by an Iranian scholar for such a transit fee to recover losses.
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Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has alleged that LESCO staff demanded Rs80,000 to repair a transformer without providing a receipt, stating that even high-ranking officials cannot prevent such practices.
Pakistan has extended an invitation to Turkey and Qatar to join a Saudi-led defense alliance, which has been informally dubbed an 'Islamic NATO.' This move signals a potential expansion of the regional security pact.
A proposed peace deal between the US and Iran has generated strong reactions, with some "Iran hawks" expressing outrage over its terms. Meanwhile, Pakistan's Khawaja Asif voiced hope that such a deal would benefit his country.
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif deleted a social media post on X in which he had referred to Israel as a curse for humanity, amidst speculation of external or internal pressure.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh strongly criticized Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for provocative statements targeting Kolkata, warning Islamabad against repeating past mistakes, referencing the 1971 division of Pakistan.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif issued a warning to India, stating that Pakistan would retaliate with strikes in 'future misadventures' and specifically mentioned Kolkata.
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif reminded his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh that the 'illusion of space for war between two nuclear states is inconceivable and has drastic consequences,' reacting to Singh’s earlier statements.
Alireza Tangsiri, the commander of the IRGC Navy Corps, responsible for the Strait of Hormuz, was reportedly killed in an Israeli strike near Bandar Abbas, according to Israeli officials and media claims, though there has been no official confirmation from Iranian sources regarding his death.
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ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif was the most vocal MNA during the second parliamentary year of the 16th National Assembly, speaking for five ...
Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has unequivocally stated that the recognition of Israel is 'not on the cards at all,' ahead of the inaugural Board of Peace meeting.