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Political Reconciliation Possible Only Through Sincere Apology: COAS Asim Munir
COAS Asim Munir says sincere apologies are key to national reconciliation and warns that those rejecting them act like “devils.” He lauds PM Shehbaz’s commitment and reaffirms Pakistan Army’s resolve to defend the country.
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by News Desk
2025-08-16
Political Reconciliation Possible Only Through Sincere Apology: COAS Asim Munir

Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has underscored that genuine and sincere apologies are the key to political reconciliation in Pakistan, noting that those who accept their mistakes remain “angels”, while those who refuse become “devils”.

Speaking to senior journalist Sohail Warraich on the sidelines of a ceremony hosted in Brussels by overseas Pakistanis, the Army Chief firmly dismissed reports circulating on social media and in political circles regarding any change in the government, terming such rumors as completely baseless. “Those who spread these rumors are against both the government and the institutions,” he said.

Field Marshal Munir said that he harbors no ambition beyond defending the country. “God has made me the protector of this country. I have no desire for any other position,” he added.

Responding to a question about political reconciliation, the Army Chief invoked Quranic verses relating to the creation of Adam (A.S). He referred to the story of Iblis’ refusal to obey God’s command, observing that those who humble themselves and apologize are angels, while those who refuse become devils.

Commenting on foreign policy, the Army Chief stressed that Pakistan has long maintained a balanced relationship with both China and the United States and has no intention of sacrificing one friend for the other. He went on to add that former US President Donald Trump’s efforts for peace were “genuine”, noting that Pakistan’s nomination of Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize had encouraged other nations to do the same.

Field Marshal Munir also issued a stern warning to India not to undermine Pakistan’s peace through proxy activities. Addressing Afghanistan, he said that the interim Kabul administration must end its policy of pushing TTP militants into Pakistan. “It is our duty to avenge the blood of every Pakistani,” he asserted.

The Army Chief also lauded Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, praising his reputed 18-hour workday and commending the “determination and resolve” shown by the PM and his cabinet during critical national challenges.

At the Brussels ceremony, overseas Pakistanis warmly welcomed the Army Chief and hailed him as a “victor of the war”. Field Marshal Munir stood for several hours to meet and greet Pakistanis who had travelled from across Europe. Despite being advised against mingling with such a large crowd due to potential mismanagement, he insisted on meeting every individual, saying: “People have come from far and wide — how can their hearts be broken?”

He continued greeting people until the last attendee had shaken his hand and left the venue.
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