Pakistan condemns Indian defense minister’s remarks on Kashmir, warns against 'adventurism'

Pakistan on Sunday condemned remarks by India's defense minister on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, calling them highly provocative and accusing New Delhi of misrepresenting the territory's status.

Islamabad's Foreign Office said the comments distort facts on a dispute still on the United Nations Security Council's agenda.

Why did Pakistan condemn India's defense minister?

Pakistan's Foreign Office called the comments part of a deliberate Indian policy of adventurism that threatens regional and international peace.

Islamabad said the remarks aimed to divert attention from India's administration of the disputed territory, its alleged support for terrorism in the region, and mounting domestic challenges at home.

What did the Foreign Office warn India against?

The Foreign Office rejected what it called India's rhetoric of aggression and belligerence. It warned that New Delhi should not underestimate Pakistan's determination to respond to any hostile actions.

The statement cited Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos, saying last year's operation demonstrated the unity of the Pakistani people and the resolve of the armed forces to counter Indian adventurism.

What action did Pakistan seek from the United Nations?

Pakistan called on the international community, particularly the United Nations, to take notice of what it described as India's continued rogue behavior.

The Foreign Office urged the UN to hold India accountable for failing to implement Security Council resolutions on the dispute. These resolutions guarantee the Kashmiri people's right to self-determination, Pakistan said.

Why does Kashmir remain a flashpoint?

The Kashmir region sits in the Himalayas and is claimed in full by both India and Pakistan. It remains one of the most sensitive and longest-running disputes between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.