State Department says relationship with both nations ‘remains unchanged’ following Pakistan Army Chief’s provocative remarks in the US.
US Response to Nuclear Remarks From Pakistani Army Chief
Following Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir’s visit to the United States—his second in less than two months—Washington has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining strong ties with both India and Pakistan.
- Munir threatened to launch a nuclear strike against India, claiming Pakistan could “take down half the world.”
- The remarks, made from US soil, are the first known nuclear threats delivered from America against a third country.
Tammy Bruce Recalls US Role in India-Pakistan Truce
Speaking at a State Department briefing, spokesperson Tammy Bruce referred to the US role in defusing the recent India-Pakistan conflict.
- Reiterated former President Donald Trump’s claim of US involvement in brokering peace.
- Called it a “very proud” moment for Washington in stopping a “potential catastrophe.”
Bruce detailed:
“We moved quickly—Vice President JD Vance, President Trump, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio worked together to stop the attacks and create something enduring.”
US Position on Arms and Assistance to Pakistan
When asked if Munir’s meeting with Trump could shift US policy in favor of Pakistan at the expense of India, Bruce stressed:
- “Relationship with both nations remains unchanged – good.”
- US diplomats remain committed to both India and Pakistan.
US-Pakistan Counter-Terrorism Talks
Bruce highlighted the ongoing US-Pakistan Counter-Terrorism Dialogue held in Islamabad:
- Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to fight terrorism in all forms.
- Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation to counter regional and global terrorist threats.
- Bruce said such cooperation is “good news” for both the region and the world.
High-Level Engagements During Munir’s Visit
- Munir arrived in Washington on Sunday for a series of meetings with US political and military leadership.
- The visit follows a private luncheon with Trump in June.
The US has made it clear that despite nuclear threats from Pakistan’s military leadership, it intends to maintain a balanced relationship with both India and Pakistan while promoting regional stability and counter-terrorism efforts.
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