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Trump Hosts Pakistan's Army Chief Amid Tense Alliances

6/22/2025

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In a significant gesture, President Donald Trump welcomed Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir for lunch, hinting at a warming of US-Pakistan relations. Yet, Pakistan grapples with the delicate task of balancing its ties with the US and its strategic alliance with China, all while navigating the turbulent waters of its relationship with Iran amid the Israel-Iran conflict.

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In a significant gesture, President Donald Trump welcomed Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir for lunch, hinting at a warming of US-Pakistan relations. Yet, Pakistan grapples with the delicate task of balancing its ties with the US and its strategic alliance with China, all while navigating the turbulent waters of its relationship with Iran amid the Israel-Iran conflict.