Pakistan Foreign Office has condemned recent antagonistic statements by Indian officials, particularly those made in Bihar, as indicative of a “troubling mindset” that prioritizes hatred over peace.
In response to media questioning, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan stated: “Indian leadership’s recent remarks, including those made in Bihar, reflect a deeply troubling mindset that prioritises hostility over peace.”
He stated that any attempt to portray Pakistan as the source of regional instability is unrealistic. He stated that the international community is well aware of India’s history of aggressive actions, including documented support for terrorist activities in Pakistan. These facts cannot be concealed by false narratives or diversionary methods, he stated.
Addressing a rally in Bihar on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned Pakistan that Operation Sindoor was “just an arrow” in India’s “quiver” and emphasized that the war on terror is not ended or has come to an end.
Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, criticized Pakistan last week for terrorism in India.
In answer to a question during the weekly press briefing, the Indian spokesperson reiterated PM Modi’s position that terrorism and dialogue are incompatible.
Jaiswal also denied holding conversations between neighboring countries to resolve the Kashmir crisis, saying: “I would like to underline that any bilateral discussion on Jammu and Kashmir will only be on the vacation” of Pakistan’s disputed region.
According to the Pakistani spokesperson, the Kashmir dispute remains the primary danger to regional peace and stability. He stated that Pakistan would remain committed to advocating for a just and permanent resolution to the Kashmir dispute in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the Kashmiri people’s aspirations.
Shafqat stated that recent occurrences have demonstrated the total futility of jingoism and compulsion. India cannot and will not attain its goals through threats, misinformation, or force, he stated.
He stated that long-term peace in South Asia requires maturity, restraint, and a readiness to confront the underlying causes of conflict, rather than pursuing small political advantages at the expense of regional harmony.
