Pakistan’s top diplomatic delegate, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has warned that India is pushing future generations toward water conflict, emphasising that if another war breaks out, “there won’t be time for intervention like Trump’s.”

Speaking at the Middle East Institute in Washington, the former foreign minister and head of the Pakistani delegation said that India is violating the water rights of 240 million Pakistanis by manipulating river flows — a move that could provoke serious regional instability.

“If India refuses to engage in dialogue, how can issues be resolved?” Bhutto Zardari asked, asserting that Pakistan stands ready for peace talks but India’s continued denial will only deepen tensions. He stressed that mutual trade between Pakistan and India could benefit both nations, but cooperation is impossible without open communication.

Commenting on past escalations, Bilawal rejected any Pakistani involvement in the Pulwama incident, saying, “Even Indian leaders now admit Kashmir is a bilateral dispute.” He referred to US acknowledgement of Kashmir as a global issue and emphasised the importance of neutral international investigations, which Pakistan has repeatedly offered.

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“India has attacked Pakistan under false accusations. The UN and global powers must take a stronger stance against India’s aggression,” he urged, adding that Kashmir must be resolved to achieve lasting peace in South Asia.

He also accused India of interfering in Pakistan’s internal affairs, including backing banned outfits like the BLA and TTP. “How will problems be solved if India refuses to talk?” he concluded.