Pakistan expressed serious concerns over India’s violation of the Indus Waters Treaty, specifically citing unannounced water releases in the Chenab River that threaten Pakistan’s food security.
Foreign Office Spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi addressed critical security, diplomatic, and regional issues in a comprehensive weekly briefing on Thursday.
Mr. Andrabi also slammed the rising Islamophobia in India, condemning the harassment of Muslim women and the mistreatment of minorities as a “disturbing trend” that violates international human rights.
The other focus was the “grave threat” posed by terrorist groups in Afghanistan, including the TTP. Citing UN Security Council reports as validation, the spokesperson asserted that Pakistan has concrete intelligence regarding the sanctuary and financial support these groups enjoy on Afghan soil.
He identified terrorism as the root cause of border closures and strained bilateral trade, urging the Afghan interim government to take decisive action.
The spokesperson debunked “irresponsible” attempts by Indian media to link Pakistan to the Bondi Beach attack, noting the perpetrator was actually an Indian national.
This propaganda, he stated, endangered innocent lives and damaged media credibility. Lastly, regarding the International Stability Assistance Force (ISAF), he clarified that while global consultations are ongoing, Pakistan has received no formal request and has made no decision to participate.
The briefing underscored Pakistan’s commitment to regional stability while maintaining a firm stance on its sovereign rights and security interests.
