Pakistan on Tuesday strongly rejected what it termed \u201cprovocative and inflammatory assertions\u201d made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warning that such remarks risk further destabilising an already tense regional environment and represent a \u201cdangerous escalation.\u201d In a statement issued by Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan, Islamabad described the Indian premier\u2019s recent address as \u201crooted in misinformation, political opportunism, and a blatant disregard for international law.\u201d \u201cAt a time when the world is making concerted efforts to restore regional peace and stability, such statements only serve to derail progress,\u201d the spokesperson said, adding that India\u2019s portrayal of Pakistan as seeking a ceasefire in \u201cdespair and frustration\u201d was a \u201cblatant lie.\u201d The ceasefire understanding along the Line of Control, according to the FO, was the result of diplomatic engagement, facilitated by several friendly countries who urged de-escalation. \u201cPakistan remains committed to this understanding and continues to take steps towards regional stability,\u201d the statement said. Terming the recent attack in Pahalgam as a \u201cpretext\u201d being exploited by India, the spokesperson said there was no credible evidence linking Pakistan to the incident. He warned that India was attempting to \u201cmalign Pakistan, justify military adventurism, and serve domestic political objectives\u201d by creating a false narrative of external threats. The foreign office also condemned what it said was India\u2019s \u201creckless targeting\u201d of Pakistan\u2019s military installations under a false pretext. \u201cDespite Pakistan\u2019s restraint following unlawful aggression against civilians, India escalated the situation by striking military bases \u2014 risking an uncontrollable spiral,\u201d the statement noted. Calling India a \u201crevisionist actor,\u201d the FO warned that such actions could jeopardise strategic stability in South Asia. \u201cIndia is setting a dangerous precedent, dragging the region towards the brink of disaster,\u201d the spokesperson remarked. He also dismissed India\u2019s justification of \u201ccold-blooded murder of civilians, mostly women and children,\u201d as part of its so-called \u201cnew normal.\u201d Pakistan, the FO said, \u201ctotally rejects this assertion,\u201d stressing that no one will be allowed to undermine the UN Charter. The statement further emphasised that Pakistan\u2019s military response to Indian aggression was \u201ccalibrated, precise, and limited to military installations.\u201d \u201cWe proved our defensive strength. This is now an established and indisputable fact, not a subject for distortion through propaganda,\u201d said the spokesperson. Pakistan also criticised India\u2019s \u201cblatant disregard\u201d for international agreements, including violations of the Indus Waters Treaty. \u201cWe will take all necessary measures to preserve our rights under the Treaty,\u201d the FO stated. Highlighting Pakistan\u2019s longstanding role in combating terrorism, the spokesperson said Islamabad has itself been a victim of \u201cIndian-sponsored terrorism.\u201d He reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s commitment to peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with United Nations Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people. In a notable remark, the FO reiterated Pakistan\u2019s support for former US President Donald Trump\u2019s efforts to resolve the Kashmir dispute, terming the issue a \u201csource of regional instability.\u201d \u201cPeace is the true strength in this era,\u201d the statement concluded. \u201cPakistan\u2019s commitment to peace must never be mistaken for weakness. Any future aggression will be met with full resolve. We urge India to abandon politically motivated jingoism and work for the stability and prosperity of the region.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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