In a startling move that underscores escalating tensions in South Asia, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has summoned the National Command Authority set to convene this Saturday.
The military announced this call after Islamabad launched a military operation against India, targeting multiple bases along the disputed border.
The National Command Authority is Pakistan’s highest civilian-military council, charged with safeguarding and overseeing the country’s nuclear arsenal. Its decisions shape everything from security protocols to strategic deterrence measures.
Earlier this week, both Pakistan and India accused each other of violating airspace by deploying drones and other munitions—a tit-for-tat exchange that has so far claimed at least 48 lives and stoked fears of a broader conflict between two nuclear-armed neighbors.
Analysts warn that the NCA meeting signals Islamabad’s intent to strengthen its deterrence posture, sending a clear message about its readiness to defend national interests. Yet, the move also raises stakes in a region already grappling with geopolitical volatility.
For a global community watching from afar, the developments serve as a reminder of how local disputes can rapidly spiral into international flashpoints. With both sides on high alert, the world is keenly awaiting the outcomes of Saturday’s session and whether diplomacy can still find a path forward.
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Pakistani PM calls meeting of body that oversees nuclear arsenal
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