‘Tough Fighter’: Trump all praises for Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir at Gaza Board of Peace Launch
2026-02-19 - 16:33
WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump again appreciated Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan and Chief of Defence Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, calling the latter as “tough, serious fighters. POTUS recounted tense May 2025 conflict between Pakistan and India, claiming “planes were being shot down” and asserting that his intervention was crucial in ending the fighting. He revealed that he personally contacted both countries, threatened tariffs of 200%, and used trade leverage to force a deal—resolving a potentially catastrophic war in just two to three days. “A lot of people have no idea how big this was. Eleven jets shot down, very expensive jets,” he said. US President cited Shehbaz’s words in front of US Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, crediting him with saying, “President Trump saved 25 million lives” by preventing the conflict from escalating. He called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi “a great man” and stressed progress in US relations with both South Asian nations. Describing launch as “a big day,” Trump said the Board of Peace is “the most consequential and prestigious board ever put together,” with nearly every world leader joining, and promised it would “strengthen the United Nations” while promoting global stability. He also praised US envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner for their work on the Gaza situation, calling it “very complex” yet hopeful. Trump reiterated his self-proclaimed track record of resolving multiple long-standing wars and framed the Board of Peace as his latest “historic” achievement. He stressed that “peace costs a fraction of war” and lauded the participating leaders for their collaboration in creating a safer, brighter future for the Middle East and the world. Last year, US President Donald Trump called on Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, at the White House to discuss strengthening trade, security, and strategic ties. The meeting, which lasted over two hours, included discussions on counter-terrorism cooperation, economic and technological collaboration, and regional conflicts. Field Marshal Munir thanked Trump for his role in facilitating a ceasefire between Pakistan and India during the May 2025 crisis, while Trump praised Pakistan’s efforts for peace and stability. Both leaders emphasized continued cooperation on security, emerging technologies, and resolving tensions in the Middle East. Trump also commended Munir’s leadership during complex regional dynamics, and Munir extended an invitation for an official visit by Trump to Pakistan. The engagement highlights the ongoing partnership between the US and Pakistan, focusing on shared objectives of peace, stability, and prosperity. CDF Field Marshal Asim Munir lauds UAE for support to Pakistan’s economy, security