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Musharraf: War to Overthrow Saddam Hussein Will Not Affect Fight Against Terrorism

Feb 12, 2026 February 12, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Pervez Musharraf expressed that a military intervention to remove Saddam Hussein would not influence the fight against terrorism in Afghanistan but could destabilize South Asia. He called for a thorough evaluation of the potential regional impacts and stated his support would depend on a UN Security Council resolution.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Musharraf cautions against unilateral military action in Iraq without UN backing, highlighting regional stability concerns.

👥 Key Players

Pervez Musharraf MENTIONED
President of Pakistan
"Musharraf was a key regional leader whose country shares a border with Afghanistan, a central front in the fight against terrorism."
Saddam Hussein MENTIONED
Leader of Iraq
"Saddam was the President of Iraq, whose regime was a focal point of international tension leading up to the Iraq War."

📰 What Happened

Pervez Musharraf stated that military action to remove Saddam Hussein would not affect the fight against terrorism in Afghanistan but could destabilize South Asia. He emphasized the need for a UN Security Council resolution to support such action.

  • Musharraf spoke at the Asia Society in New York.
  • He warned of potential negative impacts on South Asian stability.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran shares a border with Iraq and any conflict there could have direct security and political implications for Iran.
🌍 Regional: A war in Iraq could destabilize the entire Middle East, affecting neighboring countries like Pakistan and Iran.
🌐 International: The statement reflects concerns about the broader implications of military interventions and their impact on global terrorism efforts.

📚 Background

In the early 2000s, the US and allies were considering military action against Iraq, citing weapons of mass destruction and links to terrorism.

Iraq War Global War on Terror
📡 Source: INTERNATIONAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The statement was made at a reputable international forum, suggesting a focus on diplomatic and global perspectives.

Pervez Musharraf, the President of Pakistan, stated that a military campaign to overthrow Iraqi leader Saddam Hussein would not impact ongoing efforts to pursue Al-Qaeda fugitives or combat terrorists in Afghanistan. However, he warned that it could have a negative effect on the stability of South Asia. Speaking at the Asia Society in New York on Friday, Musharraf emphasized the need for a serious assessment to understand the potential impact of such a conflict on the political and economic conditions in the region. He also mentioned that he would only support action against Saddam Hussein if it were sanctioned by a United Nations Security Council resolution.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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