India says it will never restore the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan. This declaration signifies a significant shift in the long-standing agreement, one that has profound implications for both nations. The treaty, crucial to Pakistan’s agricultural sector and thus its very existence, is now jeopardized. Its termination would leave Pakistan acutely vulnerable, dependent on India’s goodwill for the water flow crucial to feeding its vast population.
India’s decision stems from a long history of cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan. The argument is that providing a lifeline to a country that actively fosters and supports groups dedicated to India’s destruction is simply untenable.… Continue reading
In summary, four Pakistani nationals suspected of arms trafficking and terrorist training were arrested in Nigeria’s North-East. These mercenaries, according to the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, have heightened the tactical capabilities of groups like ISWAP and JAS, introducing advanced techniques such as drone usage and IED fabrication. This necessitates a robust international response involving enhanced intelligence sharing and cross-border collaboration to dismantle support networks. The commander emphasized that this conflict targets Nigeria as a whole, demanding unified national resolve and recognition for the troops’ sacrifices.
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India is considering a plan to significantly reduce Pakistan’s water supply through a new Indus River project. This move comes amidst heightened tensions between the two nations, fueled by accusations of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. The proposed project has sparked a heated debate, with many viewing it as a potential casus belli. The rationale behind India’s plan is rooted in a sense of frustration with Pakistan’s alleged support for terrorist groups operating within India’s borders, and a desire to respond forcefully to perceived aggression.
Some argue that this action is a justified response to years of cross-border terrorism, and that Pakistan’s actions have left India with no choice but to adopt a more assertive stance.… Continue reading
Amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged both nations to de-escalate and engage in direct dialogue. While expressing condolences for the Pahalgam attack and supporting India’s counterterrorism efforts, Rubio also pressed Pakistan to cease support for terrorist groups. India reiterated its commitment to a measured response to cross-border terrorism, while also receiving calls for restraint from Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the EU. These global actors emphasized the need for de-escalation and dialogue to prevent further conflict and protect civilian lives.
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Amidst heightened India-Pakistan tensions, High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami presented evidence to Sky News allegedly showing Pakistani military personnel with sanctioned terrorist Hafiz Abdul Rauf, further escalating the conflict. Doraiswami dismissed recent reports of Pakistan using Chinese J-10 fighter jets against India, citing a lack of evidence and questioning Pakistan’s contradictory claims of retaliation against terror infrastructure. He highlighted Pakistan’s history of unfulfilled promises of international investigations, referencing the 2008 Mumbai and 2016 Pathankot attacks. Doraiswami’s statements underscore India’s deep concern over Pakistan’s alleged duplicity and failure to address terrorism.
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