Pakistan-Israel War of Words Erupts Over Asif's 'Burn in Hell' Remark
Israel has condemned remarks by Pakistan's Khawaja Asif, who described Israel as "evil" and a "curse for humanity," sparking an "outrageous" response and questioning Pakistan's diplomatic neutrality.
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Pak, Israel war of words: Khwaja Asif's 'burn in hell' remark sparks ‘outrageous’ response
Israel has criticised remarks by Khawaja Asif, calling them “outrageous” and questioning Pakistan’s neutrality in regional diplomacy. Asif described Israel as “evil” and a “curse for humanity.” He also alleged civilians were being killed across Gaza, Iran and Lebanon. The row comes as Islamabad hosts United States–Iran ceasefire talks, with Gideon Sa’ar also condemning the remarks.
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Israel's distrust of Pakistan's role in any mediation effort has been articulated previously. Reuven Azar, Israel's envoy to India, had recently told NDTV that Israel does not consider Pakistan a credible intermediary in peace talks.
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