ThePrint NationaInterest: Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely
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Sep 27, 2025 The discussion delves into the significance of a pivotal Oval Office photo featuring Trump with Pakistani leaders, revealing deeper geopolitical implications for India. Insights highlight a powerful military influence in Pakistan and the delicate balance of US-Pakistan relations. The conversation revisits the complexities of civilian versus military control in Pakistan, offering lessons on the persistent challenges of peace-making efforts. Additionally, the host reveals how Munir's strategies may align with Pakistan's broader anti-India agenda.
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Photo Signals Old Normal With Pakistan
- The Oval Office photo signals a return to an older US-Pakistan normal rather than a new world order.
- The US values Pakistan as a long-standing regional client in ways it never will with India.
Army As Pakistan's Power Broker
- The image shows the army's central role in Pakistani politics with civilians reduced to a curated face.
- The military ensures its preferred leaders win or are installed when needed.
2019 White House Visit Contrast
- The host recalls General Bajwa visiting the White House with Imran Khan in July 2019 where the civilian led and the chief sat back.
- That contrasts with the current image where the field marshal sits beside the prime minister.