Former Israeli minister threatens Pakistan

Breaking: Former Israeli minister Targets Pakistan’s Nukes

• Meir Masri (ex-Israeli deputy defense minister) threatens to “dismangle Pakistan’s nuclear program” in Arabic/Urdu tweet
• Pakistan’s Response: FM Ishaq Dar warns Israel – “Dare not look at Pakistan” – cites nuclear deterrence
• Context:
  • Comes amid Israel-Iran war (Day 6)
  • Social media rumors falsely claim Pakistan threatened nuke strike on Israel

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Key Developments

1. Diplomatic Firestorm:
   • Masri’s post (despite having no current govt role) sparks outrage
   • Pakistan Strategic Forum mocks threat: “Discuss with Captain Lutz first” (referencing 2019 air clash)
2. Military Reality Check:
   • Pakistan possesses 165+ nuclear warheads (SIPRI 2025)
   • 2019 Example: Pakistan shot down Indian jet during Kashmir crisis
3. Regional Escalation:
   • Iran-Israel strikes continue (Soroka Hospital hit, Khondab reactor targeted)
   • False Alarm: Govt denies viral “nuke strike on Israel” rumors

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Why This Matters

• Nuclear Flashpoint: Threat to 2nd Muslim nuclear power risks wider war
• Propaganda War: Fake news fuels tensions in volatile region
• Pakistan’s Posture: Maintains no-first-use policy but vows strong response