A senior leader from Pakistan's ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has issued a provocative warning to India, stating that any move by New Delhi against Bangladesh's sovereignty would trigger a military response from Islamabad, with missiles "not far away." Kamran Saeed Usmani, who heads the youth wing of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's party, made the remarks in a video message shared on December 23, 2025, amid escalating tensions between India and Bangladesh.
Usmani accused India of interfering in Bangladesh's internal affairs and attempting to undermine the sovereignty of the neighboring nation. He declared that Pakistan would not remain silent if Bangladesh faced any aggression or coercion from New Delhi. "Missiles are not far away," he warned, adding that Pakistan stands ready to defend Bangladesh's independence and territorial integrity. The statement comes at a time when India-Bangladesh relations are at a historic low, marked by anti-India protests in Bangladesh, suspensions of visa services at diplomatic missions, and sharp exchanges over the safety of minorities and cross-border issues.
The remarks have significantly heightened regional tensions, with Pakistan positioning itself as a vocal supporter of Bangladesh's interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. Islamabad's stance reflects its broader strategic alignment in South Asia, where it has sought to counterbalance India's influence, particularly in the context of recent political changes in Dhaka following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina in 2024. Hasina, now in exile in India, has accused the Yunus administration of failing to protect minorities and emboldening radical elements.
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Indian officials have not yet issued an official response to Usmani's statement, but the provocative tone is likely to be viewed as an attempt to exploit the current fragility in India-Bangladesh ties. The invocation of military action, including missiles, has drawn criticism for its inflammatory nature, especially given Pakistan's history of proxy involvement and the ongoing sensitivities surrounding regional security.
The comments also highlight Pakistan's efforts to project solidarity with Bangladesh at a time when Dhaka's interim leadership has faced international scrutiny over governance, minority protection, and political stability ahead of elections scheduled for February 2026. As diplomatic friction between India and Bangladesh persists, Usmani's warning adds a new layer of complexity to an already volatile regional dynamic, raising concerns about potential escalation in South Asia.
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