Pakistan in Panic: Trump's Iran Regime Change Talk Sparks Emergency Meeting

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Firstpost•14-01-2026, 15:39
Pakistan in Panic: Trump's Iran Regime Change Talk Sparks Emergency Meeting
- •Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir convened a high-level meeting to discuss regional stability amid Donald Trump's threats of intervention in Iran.
- •Trump is reportedly considering military options for Iran, which is already facing bombardment, raising fears of widespread destabilization.
- •Pakistan is concerned about its border with Iran becoming volatile and the potential impact on the improved US-Pakistan relationship.
- •A key concern is Trump potentially requesting access to Pakistan's airspace or military bases for an Iran strike, posing a dilemma for Pakistan.
- •Munir fears a US attack on Iran could alienate Pakistan's Shia population, lead to unrest, and trigger a refugee crisis, especially given rising domestic violence.
Why It Matters: Trump's Iran regime change threats have caused panic in Pakistan, leading to an emergency meeting to assess regional stability and potential domestic fallout.
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