Pakistan Rejects US Allegations on Missile Development

Pakistan's Foreign Office has strongly rejected recent allegations made by a senior US official regarding its ballistic missile capabilities, labeling them as 'unfounded' and 'devoid of rationality'. Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer had stated that Pakistan's missile development could pose a threat beyond South Asia, prompting the US to impose additional sanctions on four entities linked to the missile program. The FO emphasized that Pakistan's strategic capabilities are solely intended for deterrence against perceived threats and are not aimed at any other country. Highlighting the enduring positive relationship between Pakistan and the US since 1954, the FO criticized the US for making baseless claims that could damage bilateral ties. Furthermore, Pakistan reiterated its commitment to maintaining a credible minimum deterrence while lamenting the neglect of more significant missile threats from neighboring countries. The FO's comments reflect Pakistan's broader concerns about regional stability and its sacrifices in the partnership with the US.