Khawaja Asif Hits Back at Fazlur Rehman over Tehran Remarks, Sparking Uproar in National Assembly
Asif said the Tehran discussions were outside the Defence Ministry’s remit and not about a defence pact, rejecting Fazlur Rehman’s claim.
- On Thursday, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif told the National Assembly his presence in Tehran was unnecessary, clarifying those discussions concerned neither a defence agreement nor Pakistan's defence.
- Asif's remarks followed criticism from Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, who questioned the government's role in Tehran while ministers remained in Pakistan.
- Questioning Fazl's performance, Asif asked, "Just tell me what he did for Kashmir during those 10 years as chairman of the Kashmir committee, apart from swinging on swings," accusing him of a "free ride."
- Addressing the former Pakistan Democratic Movement coalition, Asif stated, "When you come to power by forming a coalition with such people, you keep getting blackmailed," citing its 16-month rule.
- Regarding regional peace efforts, Asif described Field Marshal Asim Munir as a "messenger of peace" for his role in brokering reconciliation and preventing potential war in Yemen.
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Khawaja Asif, Fazlur Rehman Trade Barbs as Tensions Rise in National Assembly
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