Pakistan’s Most Powerful Man Steps Out of the Shadows to Confront India
nytimes.comPublished: 5/5/2025
Summary
Surprised by his public appearance following the terrorist attack in Kashmir, Pakistan’s army chief, Gen. Syed Asim Munir, has become a key figure in tensions with India, issuing harsh remarks to signal a tougher military posture. In a recent field exercise, he vowed that Pakistan would respond decisively and forcefully to any Indian military missteps, setting a clear tone for the ongoing imbroglio between the two neighboring nations.