Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Thursday said Pakistan remains committed to peace and regional stability but is fully prepared to defend its sovereignty with a swift and decisive response to any aggression.
His statement came after remarks attributed to India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in which he reportedly cautioned Pakistan against any “misadventure” amid heightened regional tensions.
In a post on social media platform X, Asif said that any idea of war between two nuclear-armed states is “inconceivable” and would carry serious consequences.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s position, he said the country does not seek conflict but will respond firmly to any threat to its security or territorial integrity.
He also criticized recent hostile rhetoric, calling it part of a repeated pattern of escalating tensions for political purposes, while stressing that such statements do not reflect strength.
Referring to past military escalation between the two countries, he warned that miscalculations could lead to serious consequences, adding that Pakistan’s defence preparedness remains complete.
Asif further stated that Pakistan’s response to any future provocation would be more forceful, while reiterating that peace remains the preferred path.
