New Delhi/Washington, August 11, 2025|SKY LINK TIMES
A major diplomatic storm has erupted after Pakistan’s Army Chief, General Asim Munir, issued an unprecedented nuclear threat to India during his visit to the United States, declaring that Islamabad would “take half the world down” if faced with an existential threat.
A day after the comments made global headlines, government sources in New Delhi hit back sharply, describing Munir’s statement as “highly irresponsible” and dangerous for both regional and global security.
India’s Strong Response
Indian government sources warned that such reckless rhetoric exposes the inherent risk of Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal potentially falling into non-state hands. “Whenever the US supports Pakistan’s military, they show their true colours,” one source said, pointing to what New Delhi views as Islamabad’s history of using aggressive posturing to attract international attention.
The remarks, made on US soil, mark the first known instance of a Pakistani military leader issuing a nuclear threat against a third country while in the United States. Analysts say this significantly escalates the stakes in an already tense regional environment.
Context of the Threat
Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir has issued a direct nuclear threat to India, declaring that Islamabad is ready to “take half the world down” if a full-scale conflict erupts between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.
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During his address, Asim Munir not only threatened nuclear retaliation but also brought up contentious issues like the Indus River waters and Jammu & Kashmir, stoking long-standing disputes between the two nations.
India has so far refrained from issuing an official public statement, but the behind-the-scenes response signals growing frustration in New Delhi over Pakistan’s repeated attempts to internationalize bilateral issues through extreme rhetoric.
Global Concern Over Escalation
Diplomatic observers warn that Munir’s comments could have far-reaching consequences, potentially destabilizing South Asia and raising alarms among global nuclear watchdogs. The United States has reiterated its stance urging both countries to engage in dialogue and avoid actions or statements that could worsen tensions.
Security experts note that while India maintains a No First Use nuclear policy, Pakistan has repeatedly hinted at a first-strike option in the past. This latest episode underscores the fragility of peace in one of the world’s most volatile nuclear flashpoints.
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