Hope US hasn’t forgotten Laden, 9/11: Tharoor on Trump-Munir meet
The meeting between US President Donald Trump and Pakistan army chief Asim Munir over lunch has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows globally. The meeting, which took place in Washington D.C., has been criticized by many, including Congress leader Shashi Tharoor. In a recent statement, Tharoor expressed his hope that the Americans haven’t forgotten about Osama Bin Laden and the 9/11 attacks.
Tharoor’s statement comes after Munir was invited to the US after he backed Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Munir’s praise for Trump was seen as a significant development in the already strained relations between the US and Pakistan. The meeting between Trump and Munir has been seen as a gesture of goodwill and a sign of improving ties between the two nations.
However, Tharoor is not convinced. He believes that the meeting is a clear indication that the US has not learned its lessons from the past. In a tweet, Tharoor stated, “Hope the Americans haven’t forgotten Osama Bin Laden and 9/11. He killed 2,000 people on American soil. And now, Pakistan’s army chief is having lunch with the US President. Times have changed, but memories shouldn’t fade so quickly.”
Tharoor’s statement is a clear reference to the 9/11 attacks, which were carried out by Al-Qaeda, a terrorist organization led by Osama Bin Laden. The attacks resulted in the loss of thousands of lives and had a profound impact on global politics and international relations.
Tharoor’s criticism of the meeting is not without merit. Pakistan has been accused of harboring terrorists and providing them with safe haven. The country has been criticized for its lack of cooperation in the war against terrorism and its failure to take action against terrorist organizations operating on its soil.
The meeting between Trump and Munir has also been criticized by experts and analysts, who believe that it sends the wrong message to Pakistan. They argue that the meeting will embolden Pakistan to continue its support for terrorist organizations and undermine global efforts to combat terrorism.
The meeting has also been seen as a sign of Trump’s willingness to engage with Pakistan despite its poor human rights record and its lack of cooperation in the war against terrorism. Trump has been criticized for his handling of relations with Pakistan, which have been strained since he took office.
Tharoor’s statement is a reminder that the US must not forget its past mistakes and must learn from its experiences. The US has a history of engaging with countries that have poor human rights records and have failed to cooperate in the war against terrorism. Examples include the US’s relations with Saudi Arabia and Egypt, which have been criticized by human rights organizations.
In conclusion, Tharoor’s statement is a timely reminder of the importance of remembering the past and learning from our experiences. The meeting between Trump and Munir is a clear indication that the US has not learned its lessons from the past and is willing to engage with countries that have poor human rights records and have failed to cooperate in the war against terrorism.
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