Field Marshal Asim Munir Issues Sharp Warnings to India, Urges Diaspora Unity in Tampa Address

Tampa, Florida – During an official visit to the United States, Field Marshal Asim Munir addressed the Pakistani diaspora at a black-tie dinner in Tampa, Florida, coinciding with his attendance at the retirement ceremony of outgoing U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) chief General Michael E. Kurilla.

No official transcript of the speech was released, but accounts from attendees outline a series of pointed remarks:

• Indus Waters Threat: Munir warned India that if the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty continues, Pakistan would target any dams India builds on the Indus River with missiles. He added that in an “existential threat” scenario, Pakistan would “take half the world down with it.”
• Unusual Analogy: Comparing India to a “shining Mercedes” and Pakistan to a “dump truck full of gravel,” he asked, “If the truck hits the car, who is going to be the loser?”
• Diaspora Role: He urged overseas Pakistanis to stay connected and contribute to the nation.
• Recent Conflict: Munir criticized India for not releasing casualty figures from the recent “Four-Day War,” offering to disclose Pakistan’s losses if India did the same.

The Indian government condemned the remarks, labeling Pakistan “an irresponsible state with nuclear weapons” and linking the comments to military dominance in Islamabad’s politics.

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