Paris/Special Correspondent: A prominent French defense analyst, speaking on a national news program, has alleged that Pakistan may have played a covert role in assisting Iran to quickly restore its air defense systems following recent Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear and military installations.
The analyst, Jean-Luc Marrot, who has served in defense advisory circles in Europe and specializes in Middle Eastern military affairs, suggested that the speed and sophistication with which some of Iran’s air defense infrastructure was restored after the surprise strikes may point to external technical support—with Pakistan as a possible contributor.
“In less than 48 hours, we observed a partial but functional recovery of radar surveillance and missile defense operations over key Iranian airspace,” Marrot said during the discussion. “Given the complexity of Iran’s defense grid and the nature of the damage caused by the Israeli assault, it is reasonable to suspect some form of outside assistance, possibly from a friendly defense partner like Pakistan.”
The analyst did not present direct evidence but cited regional intelligence chatter and shared defense protocols between Iran and Pakistan, especially in recent years amid growing strategic cooperation.
No Official Confirmation
There has been no official response from the Pakistani government regarding these allegations. Islamabad has, however, consistently maintained that it supports peace, dialogue, and non-intervention in the affairs of other nations. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, recently condemned the Israeli strikes as a violation of Iran’s sovereignty but stopped short of suggesting any direct Pakistani involvement.
Iran, for its part, has not commented on the specifics of any technical or military assistance received after the Israeli attacks. However, Iranian officials have praised their forces for maintaining operational readiness and defending the country’s airspace under challenging conditions.
Strategic Implications
While some analysts view the French commentator’s claim as speculative, others argue it raises important questions about regional military alignments and the possibility of indirect involvement by neighboring powers in ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts.
This development comes at a time when countries like China, Russia, and Saudi Arabia have already declared support for Iran, further complicating the diplomatic landscape.
If proven true, the alleged Pakistani involvement would mark a significant shift in its traditionally neutral military stance and could have serious geopolitical implications—especially in terms of relations with the West and Israel.
Gulistan News will continue to follow all official developments, international reactions, and strategic shifts in this unfolding situation.
