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Pakistan Warns of Imminent War Risk with India

10/9/2025

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Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned of a 'real' chance of war with India.
He linked risk to the deaths of 11 Pakistani soldiers in an attack by a group allegedly backed by India.
Asif said Pakistan has gained allies recently, while India has lost support, and India maintains Pakistan sought to end hostilities after significant military strikes in May.

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Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned of a 'real' chance of war with India.
He linked risk to the deaths of 11 Pakistani soldiers in an attack by a group allegedly backed by India.
Asif said Pakistan has gained allies recently, while India has lost support, and India maintains Pakistan sought to end hostilities after significant military strikes in May.