Published: Nov 24, 2025, 22:39 IST | Updated: Nov 24, 2025, 22:39 IST
Former CIA official James Lawler has revealed new details on why Pakistan’s nuclear scientist A.Q. Khan was widely known as the “Merchant of Death.” Lawler explains how Khan built an extensive global nuclear proliferation network, supplying sensitive technology to multiple countries and fueling concerns about worldwide security. His revelations shed light on the intelligence operations, international pressure, and diplomatic fallout that shaped one of the most controversial chapters in nuclear history. The discussion has reignited debate on Pakistan’s nuclear past and global non-proliferation efforts.