Islamabad, July 1, 2025 — Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has firmly stated that any pressure on Islamabad to join the Abraham Accords will be assessed strictly through the lens of national interest, signaling a cautious and strategic approach to international alliances amid shifting global dynamics.

In a strongly worded interview on ‘Nadeem Malik Live’ on SAMAA TV, Asif was questioned about reports suggesting imminent pressure on Pakistan to join the Abraham Accords — a set of agreements aimed at normalizing relations between Israel and various Arab nations, brokered by the United States.

“We will respond only when officially asked to join the accords,” Asif said. “If there is pressure, we will see our interests. We will not become part of any U.S. policy that undermines Pakistan’s sovereignty or harms our interests.”

He emphasized that consultations are ongoing within the government and highlighted Pakistan’s current role in the international political landscape. “In today’s global scenario, if we remain spectators instead of becoming players, we risk significant losses,” he remarked.

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— SAMAA TV (@SAMAATV) June 30, 2025