- The reporter asked whether the United States would intervene in the Pakistan-Afghanistan war
- Donald Trump replied, “I would,” but emphasised that he gets along very well with Pakistan
- The US president highlighted strong personal ties with Pakistan’s prime minister and military leadership
- Remarks suggest openness to involvement but signal political alignment with Islamabad
ISLAMABAD: US President Donald Trump said he “would” intervene in the escalating Pakistan–Afghanistan conflict when asked directly by a reporter, but immediately pivoted to highlight his personal rapport with Pakistan’s leadership, stating he “gets along with Pakistan, as you know, very well — very, very well.”
Trump went on to commend Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, describing them as leaders he respects and stating that Pakistan is “doing terrifically well.”
The remarks stop short of ruling out possible US involvement. By saying “I would,” Trump left the option open, yet his emphasis on getting along with Islamabad signalled political support rather than immediate military engagement.
🇺🇸🇵🇰🇦🇫⚡️- Reporter: Pakistan is facing war again in Afghanistan. Are you seeking to intervene?
Trump: Well, I would, but I get along with Pakistan, as you know, very well — very, very well.
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For international observers, the exchange reflects a nuanced diplomatic posture: willingness in principle to intervene, combined with rhetorical alignment with Pakistan at a time of heightened regional tension.
Such language may be intended to reinforce strategic ties without committing the United States to direct participation in the conflict.
The comments come amid rising cross‑border strains between Pakistan and Afghanistan, which have raised concerns about broader instability in South Asia. Diplomatic analysts note that public praise from Washington can carry strategic weight, particularly during periods of military escalation.
