Former US Security Official Calls for Arrest of Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir

Former Pentagon official Michael Rubin has stirred a major diplomatic debate by demanding the arrest of Pakistan’s Chief of Defence Forces, General Asim Munir, during his recent visit to the United States. Speaking to news agency ANI, Rubin said Munir should have been detained rather than welcomed at the White House.

According to Rubin, Pakistan has long supported and enabled terrorism in the region and should now be officially designated as a “State Sponsor of Terrorism.”

Rubin Criticises US Policy Toward Pakistan

Rubin criticised Washington’s approach toward Islamabad, saying:

“Strategically, supporting Pakistan makes no logical sense for the United States. Pakistan must be recognized as a terror-sponsoring nation.”

He added that instead of honouring Pakistan’s military leadership, the US should hold them accountable for their alleged role in promoting extremist groups.

“US Should Apologise to India”

Rubin also stated that the United States owes India an apology for its past behaviour and repeated diplomatic mishandling.

“The US must practice quiet diplomacy and even apologise to India for the poor treatment over the past few years.”

He acknowledged that former President Donald Trump may dislike apologizing, but insisted it would serve America’s long-term strategic interests.

Growing Strain in India-US Relations

Relations between India and the US have experienced multiple points of friction in recent years, particularly over:

Trade tariffs

Defence agreements

Public criticism from US officials

Diplomatic statements on India-Pakistan conflicts

Trump’s administration earlier imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods, further escalating tensions.

Rubin also accused Trump of trying to take credit for stopping India-Pakistan tensions after the Pulwama terror attack, reportedly even seeking a nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize. Pakistan supported the claim, while India firmly denied any external mediation.

Strong Reaction Expected

Rubin’s remarks come at a sensitive time when global geopolitics, Indo-Pacific alliances, terrorism policy, and US-India strategic cooperation are already under scrutiny.

Diplomatic experts believe the comments could push the US administration to reassess its position — especially amid rising global concerns over Pakistan’s alleged support for terror networks.