Following a recent escalation of tensions, Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General warned India against weaponizing water, emphasizing that such an action would have devastating and long-lasting consequences for millions. This warning comes after India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and cross-border strikes, which Pakistan claims to have responded to proportionally, resulting in the loss of six Indian aircraft. Despite a US-brokered ceasefire, the ISPR director general highlighted the continued threat of conflict unless the Kashmir issue is addressed, asserting that Pakistan prioritizes peace but will defend its sovereignty. He also accused India of rejecting a neutral investigation into recent events and of supporting terrorism within Pakistan.
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Amidst a fragile ceasefire following recent military escalations, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered to engage in peace talks with India. This offer, however, is contingent upon addressing the Kashmir issue, a condition consistently rejected by India. The ceasefire extension, initially agreed upon May 10th and subsequently extended to May 18th, followed intense cross-border strikes. Despite the agreement, Pakistan violated the ceasefire shortly after its implementation. High-ranking Pakistani officials accompanied Sharif during his announcement at Kamra air base.
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Following the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s subsequent suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan formally requested that India reconsider its decision. Pakistan’s letter to India’s Jal Shakti Ministry deemed the suspension “unilateral and illegal,” highlighting the treaty’s importance to Pakistan’s population and economy. However, India, citing the principle that “blood and water cannot flow together,” remained unmoved, asserting that Pakistan’s support for terrorism violated the treaty’s foundational principles of goodwill. The resulting irregular water flow is currently impacting Pakistani farmers.
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Contrary to President Trump’s assertion that trade played a significant role in halting hostilities between India and Pakistan, sources familiar with the matter deny any discussion of trade during high-level US-India communications preceding the ceasefire. These discussions, involving Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio, occurred on May 8th, 9th, and 10th. The Indian government maintains that the cessation of military actions was a bilateral agreement between the two countries’ Directors General of Military Operations. Trump’s claim of a US-brokered ceasefire and the pivotal role of trade negotiations has been disputed by Indian officials.
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A ceasefire between India and Pakistan, brokered by the US, ended days of escalating conflict that brought the two nuclear-armed nations to the brink of war. Both countries claimed victory, celebrating the cessation of hostilities despite continued accusations of initiating ceasefire violations. While the immediate crisis subsided, underlying tensions over Kashmir remain unresolved, leaving the future of peace in the region uncertain. The US played a significant diplomatic role, prompting nationalistic fervor and celebrations in both nations despite concerns from civilians fearing renewed conflict.
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Reports of ceasefire violations emerged swiftly after India and Pakistan reached a ceasefire agreement, casting a shadow over the hard-won truce. The agreement, brokered amidst intense international pressure, seemed to crumble almost immediately, with numerous accounts detailing violations originating from the Pakistani side.
Within hours of the announcement, multiple cities in Indian-administered Kashmir, already heavily impacted by days of conflict, experienced a resurgence of hostilities. Authorities, residents, and independent journalists confirmed hearing explosions and witnessing projectile launches and flashes in the night sky, echoing the violence of the preceding days. This immediate breach of the agreed-upon ceasefire ignited widespread anger and frustration, particularly given the fragile nature of the peace deal and the devastating impact of the earlier fighting.… Continue reading
India’s reduction of the Chenab River’s flow by 90 percent, due to maintenance at the Baglihar dam and planned work at the Kishanganga dam, has heightened tensions with Pakistan. This action follows India’s suspension of the Indus Water Treaty and other retaliatory measures in response to recent attacks and border clashes. Pakistan views any water diversion as an act of war, issuing strong warnings and conducting missile tests. The situation reflects the long-standing conflict over Kashmir and threatens further escalation.
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Following an attack on Hindu tourists in Kashmir, India launched airstrikes on nine alleged “terrorist infrastructure” sites within Pakistan, resulting in at least eight deaths and numerous injuries on both sides. Pakistan responded by claiming to shoot down Indian jets and declaring the strikes an “act of war,” escalating tensions between the nuclear-armed nations. The Indian military claimed its actions were measured and targeted, while Pakistan’s defense minister denied this, stating civilian areas were struck. International concern is high, with the UN urging both countries to exercise maximum restraint.
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Pakistan’s defense minister recently declared an imminent Indian military incursion, escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations. This announcement follows a deadly militant attack in Kashmir, fueling speculation of retaliatory action. The minister’s statement, while alarming, is perhaps more credible considering his previous admission of Pakistan’s role as a terror haven for over three decades. This history suggests a potential reprisal for the attack is plausible, although such a reprisal could ideally be avoided through the elimination of terrorist elements within Pakistan and the extradition of those responsible for the attack in India.
The situation is further complicated by the ongoing dispute over water rights, particularly regarding access to the Indus River.… Continue reading
Panic is gripping Pakistan as India’s threat to cut off its water supply over the Kashmir conflict intensifies. This isn’t just a political spat; it’s a potential humanitarian catastrophe. India’s control over the Indus River system, a lifeline for Pakistani agriculture, gives it immense leverage, and the current situation highlights the precariousness of Pakistan’s position.
The situation is further complicated by Pakistan’s own internal struggles. Decades of political instability, with no prime minister completing a full term since independence, have left the country vulnerable and unable to effectively address its many challenges. The military’s pervasive influence, installing puppet governments year after year, has fostered a climate of distrust and undermined any sense of national unity in the face of external threats.… Continue reading
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