The recent Pakistani military attack on Afghanistan has sparked debate about the country’s role in the region. Several analysts argue that the Pakistani military functions as a tool to protect the interests of powerful states, while targeting ordinary Afghans and destabilizing the region for nearly eight decades.
Analysts contend that, despite claims of religious commitment, the Pakistani military has no long-term intention of peaceful coexistence with its neighbors.
Military analyst Hikmatullah Hikmat said:
“The Pakistani army was built by the British, strengthened by the Americans, and operates as a war machine for the interests of the US, UK, and Israel in the region. It has no genuine religious or national conviction and lacks any intention for peaceful coexistence in the region. Unfortunately, power in Pakistan rests with this mercenary, murderous, and terror-supporting army. As long as Pakistan’s political and economic authority is tied to this army, it will remain a source of regional instability. The international community and regional powers have a responsibility to disarm this army, remove its nuclear capabilities, dismantle its structures, and transfer power to the people.”
Political analyst Kamal Nasser Asuli added:
“It is clear that the Pakistani military is effectively rented by superpowers with money to destabilize the region.”
Analysts also note that organizations such as the UN, international human rights bodies, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation are aware of the Pakistani military’s actions and argue that the time has come for serious international intervention.
Political analyst Shahzada Masood said:
“The international community is well aware—whether human rights organizations, the UN Security Council, or the OIC—that Pakistan has repeatedly intervened in other countries’ affairs over the past five decades. It trains and funds terrorists and sends them to destabilize the region. If these organizations are serious, they must pressure Pakistan to halt these harmful activities.”
Other analysts emphasize that Pakistan’s recent attacks on Afghanistan demonstrate the military’s willingness to commit any crime. They urge Afghans to support national defense institutions and coordinate with the government to resist these aggressions.
University professor Faiz Mohammad Zaland said:
“It seems Pakistan does not abandon its harmful policies and conspiracies. The Afghan people should, collectively and in support of the government, declare jihad against Pakistan, so that every Afghan fulfills their duty and responsibility to prevent Pakistan from harming Afghanistan’s territorial integrity through such attacks.”
Political analyst Kamal Nasser Asuli added:
“Pakistan’s brutal army has previously carried out deadly attacks in Afghanistan. From destroying Afghan institutions to spreading terror, all such actions are the work of this mercenary military. They will continue until our people become aware and actively support their institutions instead of allowing them to be destroyed.”
Following the recent Pakistani military strikes, Afghans across all provinces have raised their voices against the attacks and urged the government to retaliate decisively. The government, in addition to condemning the strikes, has also warned Pakistan that a response will be delivered at the appropriate time.
