Pakistan Rejects Indian Accusations Over Pahalgam Attack, Demands Independent Probe
TEHRAN (Iran News) Ambassador Tipu expressed Pakistan’s deep concern over the loss of innocent lives in the April 30 incident and reiterated his country’s firm stance against terrorism in all forms. “As a nation that has borne the brunt of terrorism, we grieve with the victims,” he said, extending condolences to the families affected.
However, he condemned what he described as India’s attempt to exploit the tragedy for political gains. “These accusations are not only unfounded but also part of a broader disinformation campaign aimed at deflecting attention from India’s own internal failures and repression in Kashmir,” Tipu stated.
The ambassador criticized the Indian media and political establishment for what he called “Islamophobic and inflammatory narratives” that further inflame tensions in the region. He warned that the escalation of such rhetoric was dragging South Asia toward instability.
Referring to international engagement, Tipu noted Pakistan’s constructive role in the United Nations Security Council, which issued a strong condemnation of the Pahalgam attack. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace and restraint but cautioned that the country would not hesitate to defend its sovereignty if provoked.
A significant point of contention raised during the briefing was India’s reported move to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), a vital agreement governing water sharing between the two countries. Ambassador Tipu described the action as “illegal and reckless,” warning that any attempt to alter Pakistan’s water share would be seen as an act of war.
“Such a move endangers millions of livelihoods in Pakistan and undermines a key pillar of regional cooperation,” he said.
Calling for an independent and impartial investigation into the Pahalgam incident, the ambassador stressed that Pakistan had no involvement and no motive. “This situation demands a neutral inquiry, not hasty blame games,” he asserted.
He urged the international community to differentiate between sympathy for victims and support for India’s aggressive posture. “Uncritical endorsement of Indian claims risks legitimizing dangerous brinkmanship in a nuclear-armed region,” Tipu cautioned.
The ambassador’s remarks come amid heightened tensions between the two neighbors, with Islamabad warning of serious consequences if India continues to escalate the situation through rhetoric and unilateral actions.
