A row erupted between Israel and Pakistan after Islamabad defence Minister Khawaja Asif posted remarks targeting Israel for its military op in Lebanon, which he later deleted amid strong backlash.
Israel on Friday sharply criticised the comments, questioning Pakistan’s credibility as a neutral player in ongoing regional diplomacy. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office described the remarks as “outrageous”, saying, “Pakistan Defence Minister’s call for Israel’s annihilation is outrageous.”
