Brussels, Aug. 16 – Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir has declared that true political reconciliation in Pakistan is only possible through sincere apologies, stressing accountability, forgiveness, and national unity.
Political Reconciliation Requires Accountability
Addressing a large gathering of overseas Pakistanis in Brussels, COAS Asim Munir highlighted the moral and religious importance of asking for forgiveness, calling it a sign of strength—not weakness.
Quoting Quranic verses on the creation of Adam, he explained that those who apologized were elevated to the status of angels, while refusal led to downfall, symbolized by the devil.
Munir made it clear that reconciliation cannot come without accountability. He dismissed political rumors about leadership changes, labeling them as false narratives designed to damage both the civilian government and the Pakistan Army.
Pakistan’s Balanced Foreign Policy: China, U.S., and Beyond
On foreign relations, Asim Munir reaffirmed Pakistan’s balanced stance between China and the United States. “Pakistan will not sacrifice one friend for another,” he stated.
He also praised former U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace efforts, recalling that Pakistan had once advocated for Trump’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Strong Warning to India and Afghanistan
In a sharp message to neighboring countries, the Pakistan Army chief warned India to stop using proxy networks to destabilize Pakistan.
He also urged the Afghan government to prevent Taliban militants from crossing into Pakistan, stressing: “Every drop of Pakistani blood will be avenged.” His remarks reinforced the army’s firm stance on national security and counter-terrorism.
Overseas Pakistanis Welcome COAS in Brussels
The event ended with a personal and emotional gesture from Asim Munir. Despite crowd-control concerns, he stood for hours to personally greet Pakistanis who had traveled long distances to meet him.
“How can I turn away people who came from so far?” he said, winning heartfelt applause. Many in the crowd hailed him as a “victor of war,” praising his humility and leadership.
