Pakistani Ambassador to the United Nations, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, informed his counterparts in the Arab Group on Monday that Pakistan’s response to recent Indian aggression was “measured and proportionate.”
He stated that Pakistan acted in exercise of its right to self-defense under the UN Charter and will adhere to the May 10 ceasefire between the two South Asian neighbors, as noted in a press release from the Pakistani Mission.
Ambassador Ahmad also criticized Indian actions, including the unilateral suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, describing them as provocative, escalating, and in gross violation of international law and the UN Charter.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining the ceasefire and taking necessary steps toward de-escalation and regional stability.
The Pakistani envoy emphasized that Indian leaders’ rhetoric was “inflammatory.”
Moreover, he made it clear that lasting peace in South Asia cannot be achieved without resolving the Jammu and Kashmir dispute by UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.
Ambassador Ahmad expressed gratitude to the Arab Group for their understanding of Pakistan’s position during the recent standoff, as stated in the press release.
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After the Pahalgam attack, India tried to wage a war against Pakistan under the banner of “Operation Sindoor” on May 7.
However, Pakistan responded decisively when India fired missiles at Pakistan. The conflict ended within hours, with the Indian army admitting losses and offering de-escalation.
A ceasefire was announced by US President Donald Trump. After the ceasefire, on May 10, the Pakistan military announced the martyrdom of 40 civilians and 11 personnel.
