Khawaja Asif
Tracked across 35 events · 3187 articles · First seen Mar 09, 2018 · Last active Aug 20, 2026
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International
Impact: Asif is the central figure issuing the rejection and warnings, reinforcing Pakistan's stance on Kashmir.
Jul 27, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif called for a united military front against Israel, describing it as a threat to the entire Muslim world and an illegitimate state. His remarks came a day after Pakistan, Saudi…
Impact: As the instigator, his call for a united front against Israel escalates regional rhetoric and may strain diplomatic relations, but has no direct market impact.
Aug 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: As Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif publicly confirmed that Pakistan's nuclear program would be available to Saudi Arabia under the new defense pact, clarifying the scope of the agreement.
Sep 19, 2025 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, is a key figure in this event, providing interviews and statements regarding the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
Sep 27, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: As Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif made controversial statements urging the 'United States' and 'Turkey' to 'kidnap' 'Benjamin Netanyahu', leading to his removal from a live broadcast.
Jan 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, as Pakistan's Defence Minister, publicly articulated Pakistan's rejection of the Abraham Accords, emphasizing the country's 'fundamental ideologies' and non-recognition of Israel.
May 26, 2026 · 31 articles
International
Impact: As Pakistan's Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif made the provocative statement threatening to strike India — Kolkata, which escalated tensions with India.
Apr 07, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, made remarks questioning the legitimacy of an award given to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, drawing strong personal attacks and condemnation from India.
Jul 05, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's Defence Minister, issued a warning about the potential for 'open war' if peace talks with Afghanistan fail, highlighting the critical nature of the negotiations.
Oct 25, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif>>>, Pakistan>>>'s Defence Minister, publicly rejected joining the Abraham Accords>>>, stating it conflicts with Pakistan>>>'s 'fundamental ideologies' and expressing distrust towards Israel>>>.
May 12, 2026 · 38 articles
Business
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Federal Minister for Aviation, announced the resumption of International Airlines Group's direct flights to United Kingdom — London, crediting the government's efforts in achieving this milestone.
Mar 26, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir led a high-level Pakistani delegation on a three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia from August 6-8, 2026, at the invitation of Crown…
Impact: Defence Minister, part of the delegation, contributing to defence and security discussions with Saudi leadership.
Aug 06, 2026 · 29 articles
International
On August 7, 2026, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement in Mecca, establishing a collective defense pact stipulating that an armed attack against any one member is considered an attack…
Impact: Pakistan's Defence Minister reportedly called for Muslim unity against Israel, adding an adversarial dimension to the pact and potentially escalating regional tensions.
Aug 11, 2026 · 138 articles
Domestic
Impact: Khawaja Asif, the Defence Minister, attended the meeting, showing government-wide involvement in the population welfare initiative.
Jun 30, 2026 · 13 articles
Domestic
Impact: IHC judge on the bench hearing £190m case appeals.
Jun 30, 2026 · 12 articles
International
The United States and Iran, with mediation from Pakistan and Qatar, are reportedly close to an arrangement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed since the start of the US-Israeli attacks…
Impact: Asif, Pakistan's defense minister, reported that the US and Iran are close to a deal.
Jun 16, 2026 · 349 articles
International
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil and LNG shipments, remains effectively closed following the US-Israel war on Iran that began on February 28. Iran has asserted control over the strait and…
Impact: Pakistani Defence Minister; optimistic about arrangement.
Jul 28, 2026 · 318 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's Defense Minister, has publicly stated that the defense pact with Saudi Arabia effectively places the kingdom under Pakistan's nuclear umbrella, highlighting the strategic depth of the alliance.
May 18, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's defence minister, described the agitation in Azad Kashmir as the 'beginning of sedition' and warned protesters against disloyalty to the state.
Jun 08, 2026 · 77 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's defense minister, publicly rejected Donald Trump's proposal to join the Abraham Accords.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's defense minister, publicly rejected Donald Trump's proposal to join the Abraham Accords.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
Domestic
Impact: Minister, attended the privatisation review meeting, showing cross-ministerial involvement.
Jul 30, 2026 · 20 articles
International
On August 11-12, 2026, Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked the Egyptian-owned cargo vessel Yemen — Tihamah in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, killing six people including four crew members (three Pakistanis and one Indonesian) and two rescuers from…
Impact: Pakistan's defense minister expressed optimism about a deal, but this is a minor diplomatic note.
Aug 11, 2026 · 91 articles
International
Impact: Khawaja Asif, Pakistan's defence minister, stated that the success of the country's weapons industry could transform its economic outlook.
Jan 07, 2026 · 9 articles
International
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly asserted that the United States has 'total control' over the Strait of Hormuz and has suggested declaring it a US territory, sharing an AI-generated map labeling it 'NEW U.S.…
Impact: Pakistani defense minister claiming closeness to arrangement, but no deal.
Aug 12, 2026 · 174 articles
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