Bharat Global Time Staff | May 25, 2025
Islamabad/Washington D.C.: In a fiery and provocative statement, Pakistan has accused the United States of deliberately fueling global conflicts to boost its own economy and defense industry, calling Washington a “war profiteer in the name of peace.”
The remark came from Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, during a press briefing in Islamabad on Monday, where he criticized what he described as America’s “double standards” in global diplomacy, particularly in Ukraine, Gaza, and Taiwan.
“The world must ask: who benefits when there is war? The answer is loud and clear — the American defense industry,” Dar said, adding that “America doesn’t end wars; it exports them.”
War Economy Accusations
Dar alleged that US foreign policy is structured to trigger regional tensions, enabling weapons sales and military deployments that feed into its trillion-dollar economy.
The comments follow recent US approvals of:
- A $10 billion arms package to Israel
- Continued military support to Ukraine and Taiwan
- Massive investments in next-gen defense systems, including AI-driven weapons and drone swarms
“Whether it’s the Middle East, Europe, or Asia — American companies are selling arms, not peace,” Dar claimed.
Pakistan’s Changing Tone
Pakistan’s accusation signals a hardening stance against Washington, amid a series of diplomatic snubs and cooling bilateral relations. While Pakistan remains dependent on IMF support — often backed by the US — recent alignment with China and Russia has emboldened Islamabad’s foreign policy tone.
Pakistan has also publicly criticized the US for its unwavering support of Israel, especially in the ongoing Gaza conflict that has led to widespread civilian casualties.
How the US Responded
There has been no official response yet from the U.S. State Department, but analysts say Washington is unlikely to directly engage with Islamabad’s remarks.
American officials have consistently defended arms sales as “a matter of deterrence, alliance-building, and global security.”
Global Reaction & Analysis
Geopolitical experts say this isn’t the first time the U.S. has been accused of profiteering from global wars. The military-industrial complex, a term popularized by President Eisenhower in the 1960s, is often cited as a powerful force behind American foreign policy decisions.
“War has become a business model — and the U.S. is the CEO,” said Dr. Mehreen Qureshi, a geopolitical analyst based in Karachi.
However, critics note that Pakistan itself is not free from military entanglements and has a history of profiting from Cold War dynamics, including receiving billions in military aid during the U.S.-led War on Terror.
At a Glance:
- 🇵🇰 Pakistan accuses 🇺🇸 U.S. of generating and profiting from global conflicts
- Claims U.S. defense industry thrives on endless warzones
- U.S. arms deals with Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan under scrutiny
- Analysts debate the ethics of America’s foreign policy model
- Escalation could affect U.S.–Pakistan diplomatic ties and aid programs
Editor’s Note: In a world increasingly shaped by conflict, peace may no longer be profitable — but questions about the price of war and who pays it are more relevant than ever.
