Asim Munir threatened Mukesh Ambani with a verse from the Quran, saying,

International News: Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has recently made a provocative statement against India, in which he warned of targeting Reliance Industries' Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat in case of any military conflict in the future. This is the first time that a Pakistani military official has directly spoken about targeting India's energy infrastructure.

Quran Verse Threat To Ambani

According to media reports, during a private event held in Tampa, Florida, Asim Munir referred to a social media post in which a verse from Surah Al-Fil (Elephant) of the Quran was attached to a picture of Mukesh Ambani. Munir claimed that he had personally authorized the post to send a message about the lengths to which Pakistan can go if there is a conflict in the future.

Surah Al-Fil is mentioned in connection with a historical incident in which flocks of birds destroyed an attacking army by dropping stones on it. Many analysts are viewing Munir's statement as a symbol of a warning of an air strike against India.

Direct attack on economic power

Munir specifically targeted the symbol of India's economic power by naming Mukesh Ambani. Ambani's refinery is not only a major source of India's energy needs but is also considered a strategic asset globally. This statement indicates that Pakistan is now considering the economic structure as a part of military strategy.

Indirect threat of nuclear attack

Munir also reportedly talked about the nuclear option in his speech, saying that if there is a war with India, he can consider every option to ensure that Pakistan's existence is not threatened. He said this while addressing Pakistani citizens living in America.

India's sharp reaction

India's Foreign Ministry termed Munir's statement as extremely irresponsible and made it clear that India will not bow down to any kind of nuclear blackmailing. The ministry said that India will continue to take all necessary steps to protect its national security.

Question on Pakistan's nuclear control

The Foreign Ministry also said that Asim Munir's remarks deepen the concern that Pakistan's nuclear policy and its control are not safe in the hands of the military leadership influenced by terrorism. The ministry also indicated that Pakistan's army has deep ties with terrorist groups.

Controversy arose during the US tour

This controversial statement came at a time when General Asim Munir completed his second major visit to the US in less than two months. During this, he met American military and administrative officials and also interacted with Pakistani expatriates living there.