It is noted that the attack caused indignation in India, as well as calls for action against Pakistan. India accuses Pakistan of supporting militants in Kashmir, to which both countries claim and for which two wars fought.
According to Asif, in the current situation, “it is necessary to make some strategic decisions, and these decisions were made.” He noted that the corresponding rhetoric of India is intensified, and that the Pakistani military informed the government about the possibility of an Indian attack.
The minister also said that Pakistan is in a state of increased readiness, but will use its nuclear weapons only if there is a direct threat to the existence of the country.
Asif specified in the commentary to the broadcaster Samaa that, in his opinion, the war between India and Pakistan could begin in two to four days. “The clouds of the war are thickening over the region, and the tension between Pakistan and India reaches an alarming level,” he said.
Context
On April 22, the militants shot tourists in the city of Pakhalgam in Anantnag, Jamma and Kashmir (India), at least 20 people were killed.
After that, India introduced a number of measures against Pakistan and announced the intention to withdraw from the “Hero Treaty”. The highest civilian and military leadership of Pakistan called the actions of India “unilateral, politically motivated and legally invalid.” Islamabad denies any involvement in the attack. The Ministry of Defense of Pakistan also stated that it was ready for war.
