The White House denied inviting Pakistan’s Army chief, General Asim Munir, to the recent Washington Military Parade, refuting claims from South Asian media outlets. A spokesperson clarified that no foreign military leaders were invited to the parade, which marked the 250th anniversary of the US Armed Forces and coincided with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, sparking a diplomatic stir.
Opposition parties in India criticized Munir’s rumored invitation, viewing it as a diplomatic embarrassment for Prime Minister Modi’s government. According to Derek Grossman of the RAND Corporation, this invite could legitimize Pakistan’s military leadership, causing a diplomatic setback for India.
Senior US officials, including Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and US CENTCOM chief General Michael Kurilla, reaffirmed commitment with India, stressing security ties with both India and Pakistan. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce mentioned Landau’s meeting with Indian MPs, highlighting a shared commitment to fighting terrorism and the US-India strategic partnership.
The US chapter of Pakistan’s Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party planned a protest rally outside the Pakistani Embassy in Washington prior to the White House’s denial, supported by numerous diaspora groups. This rally aims to protest “undeclared martial law” in Pakistan and advocate for democracy and fair elections.
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