Asim Munir's latest anti-India rant vindicates Modi govt's decision to not end Operation Sindoor
Published on Jun 30, 2025 04:05 PM IST
In this episode of Point Blank, Hindustan Times Executive Editor Shishir Gupta gives an analysis of recent statements by Pakistan's Field Marshal Asim Munir. The Pakistan army chief, during a speech at the Pakistan Naval Academy, characterized what India calls terrorism as a 'legitimate struggle' under international conventions. The discussion highlights how such statements are nothing but dog-whistling to extremist elements targeting India, especially in Kashmir. The show delves into India-U.S. relations and why Pakistan is not even a factor when it comes to ties between the world's largest democracies. Watch this video for all the details.
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