The ongoing war between Iran and Israel has entered its 11th day, with both sides exchanging heavy fire. In a significant development, Israel, reportedly with US coordination, struck Iran’s Fordow nuclear site—an escalation that may have used Pakistani airspace or logistical support, raising global eyebrows.Analysts believe the US and Israel had closely coordinated the operation, with suggestions that Pakistani military figures, including General Munir, might have assisted indirectly—either by offering access to Chinese-origin defense technologies or facilitating regional intelligence.Pakistan’s recent diplomatic move to nominate former US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize now appears contradictory. Following Trump’s meeting with Pakistani officials and their endorsement, the US-backed Israeli attack on Iran has triggered massive protests in Pakistan. Citizens are outraged, condemning both the US and their own government’s double standards.Strategic experts, including Maj. Gen. G.D. Bakshi, have criticized Pakistan’s duplicity, calling it a failed attempt to gain leverage in the Muslim world. The backlash has forced Islamabad to condemn US actions publicly, further complicating its diplomatic posture.This conflict is now impacting global oil markets and inflation expectations, especially in South Asia, as tensions deepen and Pakistan finds itself increasingly isolated.
