Mission back from S. Arabia with ‘better understanding’
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ISLAMABAD: A Pakistani delegation that visited Saudi Arabia for assessing its military requirements in conflict with Yemeni Houthi rebels returned home on Wednesday with better understanding of Riyadh’s concerns.
The delegation comprising Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Adviser on Foreign Affairs and National Security Sartaj Aziz and officers from operations directorates of the army and air force had held discussions with Saudi Defence Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz.
Saudi Arabia has been asking Pakistan to join the 10-nation military alliance it had assembled to fight the Yemeni rebels.
The decision to send the assessment mission to Saudi Arabia was taken after Crown Prince Muqrin bin Abdulaziz called Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif following the start of air strikes in Yemen by the Saudi-led coalition.
Also read: Support for defence of S. Arabia reaffirmed
Although there is a general perception that Pakistan has been receptive to the Saudi request, the government has been cautious and has so far avoided making a formal announcement in that regard.
After returning from Riyadh, Defence Minister Asif said: “The delegation had very good discussion with the Saudi defence minister. The visit helped us in having better understanding of the conflict in Yemen and concerns of the Saudi brethren.”
The delegation will submit a report on the visit to the prime minister who will decide about Pakistan’s next move.
Meanwhile, Saudi defence ministry’s spokesman Brig Gen Ahmed Asiri was quoted by the Saudi media as having said at his daily media briefing on the Operation Al-Hazm Storm: “Pakistan has also offered to join the coalition against the Houthis. …Pakistan would be sending troops to the kingdom.”
When asked about the Saudi claim, Foreign Office spokesperson Tasneem Aslam said: “Our position remains as contained in the statements made in the last few days.”
EVACUATION: Meanwhile, a special PIA flight for bringing back Pakistanis stranded in Yemen would leave for Djibouti (Republic of Djibouti) on Thursday.
The Foreign Office said in a statement the aircraft’s departure was linked to the docking of a Chinese navy vessel at Aden port. The vessel has already reached Aden but has been allocated time slot for Thursday morning.
About 200 Pakistanis stranded in Aden will be evacuated through the Chinese ship which will take them to Djibouti from where the PIA flight will bring them to Pakistan.
Over 500 people have been evacuated from Yemen so far through a special flight.
A Pakistan Navy ship is also reaching Mokallah on Thursday to evacuate another 150 Pakistanis.
Published in Dawn, April 2nd, 2015
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Apr 02, 2015 07:40am
SO the truth is we have no choice left except to follow the Saudi orders... Shame!
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Apr 02, 2015 07:44am
Pakistan should and must not get involved in this conflict. We have no business. Pakistan should facilitate peaceful settlement of Yemen-Saudi Issue. We should discourage both parties to act as puppets of western or regional powers. Sovereignty of both countries must be respected. All issues must be resolved in accordance with the UN Charter and other relevant international treaties.
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Apr 02, 2015 07:50am
Congratulations. Now we have enemies on both sides. Iran and india. And even the fake friendship with antimuslim China is only an eyewash. The Chinese invest hundreds of billions with india but only 5 billion with Pakistan. That friendship is totally an eyewash.
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Apr 02, 2015 07:51am
Does the PM have the authority to 'decide?'
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Apr 02, 2015 07:52am
It is important for both the Prime Minister and the Defence Minister to understand that all this is happening in "Africa". Pakistan can provide moral support, not its troops. That resource is required to fight the terrorists that we have -- all thanks to the same country that is the aggressor this time and has not been attacked. One can only hope that our response will be mature and measured.
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Apr 02, 2015 07:53am
My request to our Army chief that please we shouldn't join Saudi for this war, for which we cannot afford, no matter how much financial support offer to us by the Saudi, because this will spread hatred in entire region.
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Apr 02, 2015 07:53am
1. Pakistani delegation meets up with the Saudi's.
2. The delegation had a better understanding of the conflict
3. Saudi spokesperson says, Pakistan will be sending troops!.
4. FO says "Position is contained"!!!!!!!!!!!!!.
5. Chinese Navy will help in evacuating Pakistani Citizens!!!.
BOTTOM LINE: You Guessed It!!!!. I Rest My Case!.
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Apr 02, 2015 07:54am
Nothing lies in the Prime Minister's hands. Its in the hands of the Armed forces.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:06am
Saudi's should shut up and fight their own war themselves.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:06am
The bottom line is that the trip is basically a drama when the rulers(both military and civilians) have already made up their minds. No matter what the cost, no one cares.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:13am
Pakistan has to make a clear statement, where it stands. This is a question of a neighbor and a friend. All assistance to Saudi Arabia should be made public and debated in public.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:15am
How much understanding does 'Saudi brethren' have of the wars and conflicts that Pakistan has been dealing with for many many years ? If the answer is none then that's ok because Pakistan's own rulers have absolutely no understanding of Pakistan's issues and conflicts or they simply don't care. I am glad that they are so understanding of Saudi's concerns and conflicts.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:16am
the sweet smell of the Riyals has taken over it seems!
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Apr 02, 2015 08:17am
Clean your own house...(:
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Apr 02, 2015 08:20am
Stay out of Yemen for God's sake let Saudis fight their own wars.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:20am
If the Saudis or any other Arab country will not risk the lives of its soldiers in Pakistan, why should we risk the lives of our soldiers in Yemen?
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Apr 02, 2015 08:24am
Be Careful Pakistan, you dont want to antagonize Iran, and then you have Indian forces from Iran as well, besides Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and of course India.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:37am
This so called fact finding sounds like and look like a circus to make their case. Without talking to the other party how any one in right mind can have a better understanding. Yemen is not an enemy of Pakistan they ( Pakistani delegation ) could have been reached easily. God Almighty will not forgive us as a nation if we became a reason for the deaths of innocent soldiers of Pakistan by making selfish decision. We as a nation will be answerable for the death of Yemani children, women and men. Pakistani army should not be sent in harms way for personal reason. They are here to defend our country. The word defend is very wrong in this debate. This is an offensive war forced by Saudi Arabia.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:40am
How many ducks have been offered?
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Apr 02, 2015 08:54am
Did any of these 10 Arab nations, even for a moment, think about helping Pakistan against the insurgency in Pakistan by the Taliban rebels? Our homeland is as dear to us as theirs should be to them. How many Saudis or Yemenese have been killed as yet, in their insurgency? Pakistan has lost close to 70,000 Pakistanis. Hardly a comparison. None of our Arab brethren rose as much as an eyebrow at our losses. Let our Arab friends handle their own insurgency, while we take care of our our own.
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Apr 02, 2015 08:59am
No harm in sending military to saudia arabia
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Apr 02, 2015 09:01am
What conflict. Saudi Arabia is the one starting a war, by invading another country. If nothing else, Pakistan should not side with the aggressor. Two, even if we feel overly brotherly with Saudi Arabia, our own interest must come first. We have seen twice what happens when you take part in some else's wars. First it was to side with America to defeat Russia in Afghanistan, then it was to take up America's fight in then resulting Afghanistan as our own.
Any participation in this Saudi foolishness should be grounds for dismissal of this government. It is really as simple as that. We need to get out of this virtual dollar-slavery and start to do work at home. If anything, take a cue from Iran who has, despite severe difficulties, manage to stand up for its principles and slowly, but steadily, has become, quite deservedly, self reliant.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:04am
Saudi funded lashkhar e jhangvi along with TTP targeted GHQ in 2009 and now the Saudis have the cheek to ask the very same GHQ for military support? Hopefully the Pakistani establishment will exercise good judgement despite Mian Nawaz Sharif's soft spot for our supposed 'friends'.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:06am
Evacuate all Pakistanis from Yemen and don't involve in others matters, we have enough to deal our own.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:13am
Baksho is in Action....
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Apr 02, 2015 09:13am
Pakistan Government in a tight spot, they know public opinion is against sending the troops but they know they feel obligated to give what is being asked by the kingdom. Saudi Arabia has done a lot of favors to both civilian and military leadership both at official and personal level. Unlike most other countries, Saudi kingdom is known to be very generous to the leadership of other countries. Bakhshish
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Apr 02, 2015 09:24am
After all the 8 submarines and 6000MW of power has to be paid with real money, and that money can only come from the benefactor-in-chief, for which the price is some of your soldiers.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:25am
Even if Pakistan decides to participate in the operation, the government should not make it public.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:26am
The biggest mistake Pakistan would do if our troops are sent to fight in Yemen. This is NOT our conflict. Just because Nawaz Sharif has personal relationship with the Saudi King does not mean that he should commit our troops on ground.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:29am
Phone or video conference would suffice , why did they travel all the way to KSA and waste precious jet fuel.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:32am
KSA wont like these delaying tactics , be clear whether you are in or out and then be ready to face the consequences of your actions .
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Apr 02, 2015 09:41am
Well, Pak should only support Saudia in its defence for obvious reasons. Rest, its their own call or waging war on other countries.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:43am
It has now become fashionable fad to deamonize Saudi Arabia in every possible manner - there is actually no harm in providing military training/support in this moment as long as it is done within the constraints of United Nation provisions. Saudi Arabia has helped Pakistan in numerous occasions - unlike the general perception - this help was not always monetary in nature. The rebels in Yemen also include units of Yemen army build by former president Ali Abullah Saleh so it is not a black and white Shia-Sunni conflict and it is therefore a flawed assumption that joining this coalition or providing military training etc will result in some kind of secterian mayham in Pakistan - Let us please start to think out of the box
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Apr 02, 2015 09:45am
This is unbelievable. Pakistani army will wage a war against someone who they dont know, never interacted and never had any threat!
What a wrong impression are you sending Sirs! Pakistanis will be perceived as mercenaries (or in simple terms- contract killers).
I dont think you are getting this right. Dawn please publish my message coz there is no logic in this decision!
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Apr 02, 2015 09:46am
anyway you were the mercenaries of US.Now Saudi.
It's in the genes!
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Apr 02, 2015 09:47am
Still I am hopeful, Pakistan would be wise enough to make a way-out that suits all parties and makes no one unhappy.Defending Saudia is something else and attacking Yemen on behalf of Saudia is different, its an act of aggression.
We are still in a climate of paying for the miss doings in Afghanistan yet and if that is repeated again I fear we are getting into a ditch deeper and everlasting than the previous.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:48am
Pakistan will soon be fully involved in Middle East conflict as Nawaz Government has already decided to send Pakistan Army and Air force to help Saudi Arabia in Yemen. Opposition request for not getting involved Militarily in Yemen conflict will be ignored. Sharif family has huge investments in Saudi Arabia, their vast business interests are lot more important for them than any thing else. This is a golden opportunity for Sharif family to oblige Saudi King by sending Pakistan Army and Air Force to fight along with Saudi troops in Yemen. It is certain that in return Sharif family will be heavily rewarded for their unconditional support.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:49am
Pakistan should mind its own business and stay out of dirty Saudi politics and power games.
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Apr 02, 2015 09:57am
How can Saudi officials make comments like these? Either Pakistan has joined the coalition and is misleading the country as usual or its a strong message to pakistan by the Saudis.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:02am
Pakistan parliament should decide.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:08am
we should take over administration of two holy cities, we are only neutral muslim country with strongest military
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Apr 02, 2015 10:09am
Iranian backed militia are being legitimized,thanks to their fight against Jihadists in Syria,Iraq,Yemen,and Afghanistan in making.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:14am
Unfortunately Arabia is turning into a Shia/sunni battlefield and it seems Saudia badly needs Pakistani troops. If Pakistan sends troops then relations with Iran will be compromised and the local shia population will be unhappy. Saudia should ask help from countries, which don't have big shia population, like Nigeria, Egypt, Turkey, Indonesia and Bangladesh. Jihadis from Taleban, Alqaeda, ISIS and Bokoharam should also be urged to join the fight. Kind of "good riddance".
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Apr 02, 2015 10:16am
Why Pakistan's Govt needs to participate in an unnecessary fight just to please Saudi lords. Please keep Pakistan and Pakistani nation away from dirty politics of Saudis in that region. Why we need to act against Hoti tribe of Yemen. They are voice of inhabitants of Yemen and they are way better than Saudi current monarch's their century of plundering rule and prejudiced behaviour. At least ordinary people will be able to breath with out suffocation and will not face discrimination.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:20am
O yes, it is completely okay if we send troops to help Saudis as we do have stakes there. After all Saudi Arabia is accommodating 2.5 million Pakistanis. It means this country has the largest Pakistani community on this planet (other than Pakistan).
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Apr 02, 2015 10:21am
A friend in need is a friend indeed. KSA is a friend in need. Pakistan must help the Saudis.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:22am
Quit lying and admit it. You're signed sealed and delivered.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:23am
OF course Pakistan must help Saudis militarily. Who else have been helping Pakistan all these years with funds when it was needed.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:24am
Why Pakistani Govt is unnecessarily becoming part of a corrupt coalition. Why they can't reject unjust desires of their Saudi lords. Please keep Pakistan and Pakistani nation away from dirty politics of Saudis in this region. Pakistani nation already suffered a lot. Why we need to act against Hoti tribe of Yemen. They are voice of inhabitants of Yemen and they are actual power of ordinary people and they are way better than Saudi current dynasty and their century long plundering rule and prejudiced behaviour. At least ordinary people will be able to breath with out suffocation and will not face discrimination. Pakistan's participation against inhabitants of any nation will only bring chaos in this region and also harm for Pakistan as well. This is against democracy and against rights of inhabitants of any country. If Saudis are scared of them this is their head ache not ours. Why we need to pay the price. We already page high price in Afghanistan fight and are still suffering.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:27am
Saudi Arabia has always helped Pakistan whenever Pakistan was going through hard times. It is time for Pakistan to repay that debt.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:30am
we should not involve Pakistan into another conflict which is not our's don't make enemies for the Saudi's they have started the war they can fight it and finish it we don't have to be there period. The armed forces should have that much brain that we are not to be involved in another conflict for no reason. Saudi's have been source of pain for entire Muslim world now they have to be taught a lesson to shut up JUST SAY NO TO SAUDI'S. Let Huti's give a lesson to the Arab coalition we should not be a part of Arab's internal war.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:35am
Yemen will be proved to be sinking ship for Pakistan both militarily and politically. Stay away from this mess. Mr. PM you cannot sacrifice whole nation just for your personal relationship with Al Saudi.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:39am
Now we know what the one billion US dollars were for ! Also, since House of Saud has been host of Nawaz Sharif when he was exiled, I see a conflict of interest: how can he say no to his benefactors ? National interest loses to self interest in Pakistan most of the times.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:39am
This all depends upon the circumstances right now situation is not worsen but depends upon future, if saudi Arabia come under deep threat than not only Pakistan but Also USA must has to take care ,this is a matter of world economy, Saudi Arabia is the only state in region has peace and stability and must be this is examination is new King,
But there is a differet matter in 70's Saudi Arabia used brutal force on Shia and that must repeat in Yemen.
And Yemen has issues and only forse could bring stability for sort time not for long. This is internal mattet and Saudi should not interfare their internal subject which he doing,they could help civilian that sould be done by whole world ,they do not have water and economy but region is living in luxury.
They need stable government to solve issues.
We as human should not let any invasion and casualty in Yemen.
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Apr 02, 2015 10:54am
I think Pakistan should help Saudi in war against Iran.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:00am
@Adnan A Right on!
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Apr 02, 2015 11:01am
very tough decision for Pakistan
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Apr 02, 2015 11:02am
@Rex Yes, only as a mediator!
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Apr 02, 2015 11:07am
Go fight for other so-called brotherly countries and let the dogs eat ours. Sooner than later, all Pakistan will become a country like Iraq, Syria, Libya, and Afghanistan. Salams
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Apr 02, 2015 11:12am
Why is the sole Muslim nuclear power being bullied into participating by KSA? Pure Arrogance. Pakistan should flatly deny the request because it is not in her national interest.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:15am
@idea khan
That's what happens when we backstab friends.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:17am
@Rex
At this stage, KSA is not under attack and not in danger; KSA is attacking rebels inside Yemen. Pakistan must not use its Armed Forces to attack any country that is not a threat to Pakistan. Best Pakistan can do is to use its forces to defend KSA, especially our holy sites.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:21am
@wiserneighbour It is none of your business to comment on the issue on hand.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:30am
You need to send a mission in order to take commands from the Royalty?! Should have used the phone or Internet to save some money.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:32am
@Hatim He does, when Army and "Royalty" decides he has the authority to decide precisely what.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:36am
Please define better understanding... I am dumb founded and confused.. very ambiguous...Diplomatic language will not help...people demands the truth.they have the right to know the truth...Pal... On the road from the City of Skepticism, you had to pass through the Valley of Ambiguity.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:46am
@Hatim
Yes the PM has the authority to decide.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:47am
We are the natural leaders of the muslim world.
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Apr 02, 2015 11:50am
@muhammad rameez arif
why dont u volunteer?
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Apr 02, 2015 11:53am
@Rex
v wud help more by staying out of it and asking saudis to Go for peaceful resolution rather than bombarding countries.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:00pm
If...if KSA is our friend so is Iran, isn't it ? In the first place it should have been a delegation from the kingdom visiting Pakistan and not ours going there. Secondly, since Iran is also our friend the delegation should also have visited Iran. Since the mission of our delegation was said to "know Saudis concerns and assess the situation" then why only KSA ? Why knowing the concerns of Iran is not felt urgently necessary ? Common sense, logic and neighbourhood rights etc all demand that we should have sent delegation first to Iran to know their concerns so that the same could be conveyed to Saudis during visit of delegation.
Moreover, according to news our PM saheb is set to visit Turkey soon. Still no consideration to visit Iran ahead of any other country ? This clearly shows how lowly we view our friendship with Iran. What a way to go for our rulers !!!
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Apr 02, 2015 12:09pm
A true and sincere friend is one who : Guides others to the right path. And the right path in this matter is to request Saudis to refrain from brutal action / bombing of Yemen where hundreds of innocent civilians have already been killed / murdered by bombing the IDPs camp and later a dairy / factory. But instead of playing the role of a sincere friend we are hell bent to support this act of naked Saudi aggression . What kind of friend we are ??
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Apr 02, 2015 12:14pm
With or Without Pakistan, the solution to the problem is NOT repeat NOT via use of force. So what Pakistan should do is actively assist in bringing a halt to the violence and get the parties concerned on the negotiating table. This would not only help our Saudi brothers but also enhance the reputation of Pakistan as a peace loving and neutral player but with influence in the region.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:15pm
The WW3 is about to start. The events today are similar to the pre-1939 period.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:19pm
so they went there without any understanding ..!!! I got fairly a better idea of the issue and the events while sitting at home and applying my mind ... !!!
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Apr 02, 2015 12:20pm
Primarily, I am not a fan of armed conflict but I believe that we should leave this decision to the competent authority. I believe that our Army is competent ....at least more than us.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:26pm
Its not about Shia or Sunni, its about rebels who toppled a legitimate government in Yemen.
Pakistan should and must participate in throwing out Houthi rebels and help Saudis reinstate Yemen government (period).
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Apr 02, 2015 12:27pm
@W. Shaikh just like UN charters on Israel, Palestine, Kashmir, Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere?
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Apr 02, 2015 12:34pm
I like this approach , first understand the problem clearly and then decide on the action ,well done Pakistan Cricket Team.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:37pm
Sharif"s best ever decision to send the forces to S. Arabia.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:43pm
@muhammad rameez arif Brother you seem to be totally unaware and ignorant about not only the present Arabs related conflict but also about the Kingdom's behind the curtain relations with Israel and support to the Jewish country in its anti-Islam / Muslims mission. Request please get enlighten yourself...at least a bit ..and if you do so with an open heart and without any bias then hopefully your views will undergo a change...drastic change.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:47pm
The question is that "Saudi really need pakistan help? They dont. Its a setup. Please dont fall for it. Alot of innocent people are going to die. Why didnt saudi do the same for Libya, syria or Iraq. Why yemen..Please solve the conflict through talks
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Apr 02, 2015 12:48pm
@AHMAD ALI Even if we do not have any thing to deal at home still we should not support any warring party involved in clear cut naked aggression whose acts of bombings have already killed hundreds of innocent citizens in IDPs camp and in dairy / factory.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:51pm
@Usman Not only hope but also request to our armed forces to think on their own and not agree to any unwise decision of greedy rulers. Hope they are listening.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:54pm
@Yawar Yes this seems to be "The Reason" for seeking our forces.
Saudis and its allies have more than enough of forces and arms and ammunition to deal with handful of Houthis. But probably their men in khaki are not prepared to lose their lives for this purpose and so our forces are required to become scrape goats as per desire of our rulers.
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Apr 02, 2015 12:57pm
@Abdul Malik But for our greedy rulers it is the personal relations which count most....who cares for national interests and any negative consequences ?
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Apr 02, 2015 01:00pm
@Zak Why waste precious jet fuel ? Oh dear, even if we leave alone the matter of wastage of our fuel even then as to why the Saudis did not send own delegation is a big question. Under all norms and practices it should have been their delegation visiting Pakistan and not vice versa.
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Apr 02, 2015 01:01pm
How can you have "better understanding" of the whole situation without talking to all the parties?
Did the delegation visit Yemen or meet with the rebels or their representatives?They are our "bretherens" as they are Muslims too. Have they held discussions with Iran who are alleged to be party to this conflict (although the Iranians have denied it)?
The government of Nawaz Sharif should stop fooling the nation.
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Apr 02, 2015 01:07pm
I am 100% sure Pakistan must send force that will be only result of this high level meeting.
They have sent in Palestine
and Now Saudi.
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Apr 02, 2015 01:08pm
@Pakistani they are not your friends , why not go to an Arab country and try to find out what they really think of you
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Apr 02, 2015 01:11pm
@Adnan A And you should donate money your own money and not taking arab money when you need it :)
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Apr 02, 2015 01:25pm
Now for the sake of balance there needs to be a mission sent to Iran to check the situation.
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Apr 02, 2015 02:50pm
The claim of Saudi Brigadier is bizarre. They are putting pressure on Pakistan by making statements regarding Pakistan's participation in their offensive against Yemenis. Pakistan must demonstrate neutrality. Furthermore, Iran's offer of talks should be given a chance to let the peace prevail in the Middle East and Pakistan has an opportunity to make history by trying to make peace between the adversaries.
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Apr 02, 2015 02:53pm
To all the honourable commentators above, this is a very critical and a delicate matter..
cannot be simply shrugged off by telling Saudis to go away..
We all know Pakistan shouldn't be involved but how to convey with the necessary charm and tact is the challenge....
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Apr 02, 2015 03:16pm
@Ali Shah good point
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Apr 02, 2015 03:25pm
I request to our pakistani leaders to support our pakistan people which are invole in this war.
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Apr 02, 2015 04:15pm
Sending troops for combat at Yeman was a bygone conclusion.. For public consumption a drama was enacted through a visit to saudi.. Personal affairs and gratitude of rulers decides the action. In a democracy this sort of issues must be discussed in parliment with all parties...but unfortunately it is a sham democracy here..
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Apr 02, 2015 04:15pm
Why worry. Saudi Arabia will pay cash for all your support, as in the past.
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Apr 02, 2015 04:36pm
@kamran Not only our rulers should go and know Iran's concerns but should go there before visiting any other country. This is very necessary ...hope due attention is paid to importance of visiting Iran so that their concerns can be conveyed to Arabs.
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Apr 02, 2015 04:41pm
Get involved in making peace not war.
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Apr 02, 2015 05:04pm
So our big brother can not give its ship or aircraft to evacuate Pakistanis. We arde doing this with the help of China. But for fighting they need our help. Such a good big brother.
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Apr 03, 2015 08:52am
We must support Saudi Arabia and GCC since our vital economic interest lies in stability of that region as millions of Pakistanis are earning and remitting billions of dollars to Pakistan. Besides that Saudi Arabia has always helped Pakistan in time of need. Saudi Arabia helped us in the form of free oil when sanctions imposed after nuclear blast. Whereas Mullas of Iran maintain close relation with India and Iran is responsible for sectarian strife in whole Muslim world since 1979. So keeping stability of Saudi Arabia and GCC is in Pakistan vital national interest and therefore Pakistan must side with Saudi Arabia.
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Apr 04, 2015 07:24am
@Rex what sort of need saudis are in? They want us to help them out in their offensive and unjustified attack ?
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Apr 05, 2015 10:12am
DONT DO IT!!!!!!! Let Saudi disintegrate. It is the best thing that can happen to umah.
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