Tehran, June 16, 2025 – In a stark and alarming statement amidst rising tensions in the Middle East, a senior Iranian military official has claimed that Pakistan would retaliate with a nuclear attack on Israel if the latter were to use a nuclear weapon against Iran. General Mohsen Rezaei, a prominent figure in Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and a member of the National Security Council, made this assertion during a live interview on Iranian state television.
The statement comes against the backdrop of ongoing hostilities between Iran and Israel, which have resulted in over 248 reported casualties—230 in Iran and 18 in Israel—as missile exchanges escalate between the two nations. Rezaei emphasized the solidarity between Iran and Pakistan, stating, “Pakistan has assured us that if Israel uses a nuclear bomb on Iran, they will retaliate with a nuclear bomb against Israel.”
As the situation intensifies, the geopolitical landscape is increasingly complex. Both Israel and Pakistan are among the nine countries in possession of nuclear weapons, according to the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN). Rezaei’s comments hinted at an emerging alliance as Pakistan seeks to galvanize support from the Muslim world, urging unity in the face of perceived aggression from Israel.
While there has been no official communication from Pakistan regarding a nuclear response, the country has shown consistent support for Iran in its ongoing conflict with Israel—which is perceived as being bolstered by Western powers. Pakistan’s defense minister, Khwaja Asif, recently expressed concerns over Israel’s nuclear capabilities, warning that its actions could have disastrous consequences for the region and beyond.
In a related context, U.S. President Donald Trump has been attempting to mediate tensions between the warring nations, stating in a strong declaration that should Iran attack the U.S., “the full strength and might of the U.S. Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before.”
The volatile situation is drawing international attention as diplomatic efforts strive to prevent further escalation. Observers are noting that while Iran seeks assurances from Pakistan, the reality of military support in such a geopolitical crisis remains uncertain, particularly as the U.S. has maintained a policy of non-involvement in Iran’s conflicts.
This developing story continues to unfold as the world watches the dynamics of Middle Eastern politics and the potential ramifications of nuclear conflict in the region. ( NDTV)
