Date : 17/05/2025, Curated by the team at Boldvoices
Former Pentagon official Michael Rubin has strongly criticized Pakistan’s reaction to the recent military confrontation with India. In his remarks, Rubin stated that Pakistan “ran like a scared dog with its tail between its legs” when its retaliatory missile and drone attacks were swiftly neutralized by Indian defenses, forcing it to seek a ceasefire.
Rubin praised India’s precision strikes targeting terror hideouts and infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). He highlighted that India not only preempted Pakistan’s countermeasures but also demonstrated clear strategic and military superiority. According to Rubin, Pakistan’s military had no choice but to back down under pressure, and India emerged victorious both diplomatically and militarily.
In an interview, Rubin emphasized that the Pakistani military can no longer shield itself from the harsh reality that it “lost very, very badly.” He also pointed out the glaring global attention now focused on Pakistan’s alleged state sponsorship of terrorism.
Of particular concern to Rubin was the presence of Pakistani military officers at the funerals of terrorists. He remarked that such involvement shows a dangerous lack of distinction between militants and state actors, indicating the deep entanglement of Pakistan’s intelligence and military services with terror groups.
Rubin questioned whether Pakistan’s top military leadership, especially Army Chief General Asim Munir, would continue in their roles amid growing scrutiny and internal failures. He suggested that reforms were essential for any genuine change within the country’s military structure.
These statements follow India’s launch of Operation Sindoor on May 7, in retaliation for a deadly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22 that claimed 26 lives. The Indian operation struck key terror infrastructure across Pakistan and PoK, reportedly eliminating over 100 militants linked to groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
In response, Pakistan attempted cross-border shelling and drone strikes. India countered these actions by targeting Pakistani military infrastructure, damaging radar systems, communication hubs, and airbases. A ceasefire was reached on May 10.
Rubin’s remarks underscore a significant shift in the South Asian strategic landscape. India’s firm and effective military posture signals a new phase in regional defense policy, while Pakistan’s military finds itself grappling with internal and external pressures.
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