Former U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Pakistan recently conducted a nuclear weapons test, a statement that has triggered widespread speculation and prompted calls for official clarification from both Washington and Islamabad.
Trump made the remark during a campaign rally in the United States, where he discussed global security challenges and alleged that “Pakistan has done something big — a nuclear test.” However, he did not provide any evidence or details to support his assertion.
The claim quickly made headlines across international media, raising concerns about its accuracy and potential diplomatic repercussions.
So far, there has been no official confirmation or response from the Government of Pakistan or international monitoring agencies, including the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), which tracks global seismic activity related to nuclear tests.
Security analysts and regional experts have urged caution, suggesting that Trump’s statement may have been political rhetoric rather than based on verified intelligence. “No seismic data or satellite imagery indicates any recent nuclear detonation in South Asia,” said one defense analyst.
If untrue, the claim could still have diplomatic consequences, as nuclear issues remain highly sensitive in the region, particularly amid ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India.
The U.S. State Department has not yet issued an official comment on Trump’s remarks.
