Pakistan rolls out red carpet for Zakir Naik: Is Islamabad igniting new conflict with India?

Zakir Naik, a controversial Islamic evangelist facing terror-linked charges, was warmly welcomed in Pakistan by officials, including PM Shehbaz Sharif. Experts believe his visit could exacerbate Indo-Pak tensions, already strained due to historical conflicts and recent geopolitical issues while offering India a chance to highlight Pakistan’s support for anti-India elements. ​​Naik is the founder of Peace TV, a channel on comparative religion with a reported audience of over 100 million.