69 h. ago Khawaja Asif dodges question on alleged hypersonic missile test

ISLAMABAD — Defence Minister Khawaja Asif avoided confirming or denying reports about Pakistan conducting a hypersonic ballistic missile test, saying such matters should not be discussed publicly. “Now don’t ask all these questions. Ask such things in private,” Asif remarked during an interview on Samaa TV’s show Mere Sawal on Friday when asked about the […]

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3 d. ago India wants to keep us ‘busy’ on eastern, western fronts: Kh Asif

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said on Saturday that India wanted to keep Pakistan busy and engaged on the eastern and western fronts amid tensions with Kabul and New Delhi. Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed early on Friday morning to continue a ceasefire between the two countries following a rapid deterioration of ties and a brief conflict […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan won’t need ‘even a fraction’ of its arsenal, Asif warns Taliban

Defence minister issues strongest warning yet after Istanbul talks collapse Says Pakistan engaged in peace talks at request of friendly nations Terms Afghan officials’ remarks “venomous” and reflective of fractured mindset Warns any terror attack on Pakistan will invite a decisive response ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Wednesday issued a stark warning to […]

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6 d. ago Khawaja Asif: Pakistan prepared to defend borders, even inside Afghanistan

Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif warned that any violation of the country’s borders will receive a strong response. He said Pakistan is prepared to act even inside Afghanistan if required. Asif made the remarks amid ongoing tensions along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border and recent clashes involving militant groups. He emphasized that Pakistan will protect its sovereignty […]

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6 d. ago Test Pakistan and pay the price, Khawaja Asif warns Afghan Taliban

Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has issued a strong warning to the Afghan Taliban after talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan failed. He said Pakistan will no longer tolerate the Taliban’s deceit and hostile actions. According to him, Pakistan entered the negotiations for peace at the request of friendly countries. However, the Afghan officials’ harsh statements […]

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2 w. ago Ceasefire in place, but only if Taliban holds the line—says Defence Minister

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said Pakistan’s ceasefire deal with Afghanistan will remain active unless it is violated. He confirmed that the agreement has no time limit. Asif made the statement while explaining the key points of the truce signed in Doha. The ceasefire was brokered by Qatar and Turkiye after days of deadly border clashes. […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan, Afghanistan Reach Key Understanding to Combat Cross

LAHORE: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif announced that Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached a crucial understanding to jointly combat the growing threat of terrorism along their shared border, following mediation by Qatar and Turkey. پاکستان اور افغانستان کے مابین سیز فائر کا معاہدہ طے پاگیا۔ پاکستان کی سرزمین پہ افغانستان سے دھشت گردی کا سلسلہ فی […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan, Taliban open crucial Doha talks to halt border terror

Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban are holding high-level talks in Doha today to address rising cross-border terrorism threats. A delegation led by Defence Minister Khawaja Asif is representing Pakistan, aiming to push for urgent action against militant groups targeting Pakistani territory. According to the Foreign Office, the key focus is restoring peace and stability along […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan Must Become a ‘Hard State,’ Says Defence Minister Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD – Defence Minister Khawaja Asif said on Friday that Pakistan must shed its image as a “soft state” and evolve into a strong, law-enforcing “hard state” governed by the Constitution and rule of law. He made the remarks after attending a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, which was also attended by […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan will be ‘constrained to a decisive response’ if ceasefire violated, warns Asif

Defence minister says truce reached on Kabul’s request after precision strikes in Kandahar, Kabul Alleges Afghan regime acting as India’s proxy and undermining regional peace, warning Islamabad will not tolerate renewed border aggression Welcomes Donald Trump’s offer to mediate ceasefire, calls efforts ‘most welcome’ ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Thursday warned that Pakistan would […]

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3 w. ago Asif warns of worsening Afghan ties amid surge in terror attacks

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned that Pakistan’s relations with Afghanistan are deteriorating, cautioning that the current environment could lead to further strain in bilateral ties, something Pakistan does not wish for. Speaking to private tv news channal, the minister said that relations with Afghanistan had never been ideal, adding that terrorism was being exported […]

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3 w. ago Defence Czar urges Kabul to act against terrorists as relations reach new low

Kh Asif stresses Pakistan seeks ‘respectful, brotherly’ ties with Afghanistan, cautioning prevailing environment further straining bilateral ties Regrets Afghan soil being used for terrorism against Pakistan, demanding Kabul to prevent use of its soil by TTP terrorists SIALKOT: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has cautioned that Pakistan’s relations with Afghanistan are deteriorating, warning that the prevailing […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan Reserves Right to Strike Inside Afghanistan: Khawaja Asif

ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Saturday issued a stern warning to Kabul, declaring that Pakistan reserves the right to carry out retaliatory strikes inside Afghanistan if terrorist groups operating from Afghan soil continue to target Pakistani forces and civilians. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Asif said that Fitna-e-Khawarij elements based in […]

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3 w. ago Kh Asif calls for national unity to defeat terrorism and back Pakistan Army

Defence minister urges federal and provincial governments to rise above politics and stand with martyrs’ families Says Armed Forces earned global respect through professionalism and sacrifices, proposes new delegation to Afghanistan PTI, JUI lawmakers express solidarity with armed forces, vowing united stance against terror ISLAMABAD: Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Thursday reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering […]

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