Pakistan Rebukes India’s Kashmir Attack Claims

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Pakistan has firmly rejected recent accusations made by Indian Home Minister Amit Shah regarding its alleged involvement in a militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. The Pakistani Foreign Office issued a formal response, dismissing the claims as “a distortion of facts” and stating that the timing of the allegations appeared politically motivated. The exchange has further strained diplomatic ties between the two countries, which have experienced frequent tensions over the Kashmir region.

In an address to the Indian Parliament, Shah claimed that Indian security forces had neutralised the perpetrators of a militant attack and alleged that the attackers had links to Pakistan. He further accused Islamabad of encouraging cross-border militancy and undermining peace in Jammu and Kashmir. These remarks prompted a sharp response from Pakistan, which labelled the accusations “baseless” and criticised India for using such claims to divert attention from domestic matters, including current legislative developments in New Delhi.

The Pakistani government reiterated its long-standing position that it provides only moral and diplomatic support for the Kashmiri cause and does not facilitate or support armed activity in the region. The Foreign Office also expressed concern over the escalation of rhetoric and emphasised the importance of focusing on regional peace and stability. Pakistan maintains that such public accusations hinder efforts to improve bilateral relations and complicate prospects for dialogue on longstanding disputes.

Kashmir has remained a contentious issue between India and Pakistan since both nations gained independence in 1947. The region has been the focus of multiple armed conflicts and continues to be a flashpoint for military and political confrontation. Under the leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), India has taken a more assertive stance on its Kashmir policy, while Pakistan has responded with diplomatic pushback and repeated calls for international attention to the issue.

The latest exchange of statements reflects the enduring friction between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Both countries continue to hold firm positions on Kashmir, and there are currently no indications of renewed talks or diplomatic initiatives aimed at de-escalation. While past international efforts have urged both sides to engage in dialogue, the current political climate suggests that tensions will persist unless constructive steps are taken by both governments.