Pakistan has strongly rebuffed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “belligerent remarks”, dismissing them as “totally counter-productive” for resolving disputes between the two nations. Modi’s allegations that Pakistan is trying to stay relevant through “terrorism” and “proxy war” were vehemently denied by Pakistan, which instead reminded India of its own “terror campaign” in the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). Pakistan’s response came amidst escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, with Pakistan warning India that “bravado and jingoism undermine regional peace” and are counterproductive for resolving long-standing disputes.
Pakistan urged India to reflect on its own actions and not deflect international attention from its “heavy-handed approach” in Kashmir, where human rights violations and atrocities have been widely reported. By pointing out India’s own role in perpetuating violence and instability, Pakistan aimed to highlight the hypocrisy of Modi’s remarks and emphasize the need for a more constructive approach to dialogue. The exchange of words between the two nations has raised concerns about the fragile peace in the region, with many calling for restraint and diplomacy to prevail. As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether India and Pakistan can find a path towards meaningful dialogue and resolution of their differences.
