Islamabad: During a weekly press briefing, Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan emphasized that any future dialogue between Pakistan and India will inevitably include discussions on the Kashmir issue. He urged the international community to prevent India from engaging in acts of aggression that threaten regional peace.
The spokesperson noted that India’s acknowledgment of an ongoing investigation into the Pahalgam incident validates Pakistan’s longstanding position on cross-border tensions. He held India’s aggressive policies responsible for destabilizing the region.
In response, Pakistan initiated “Operation Bunyad-e-Marsus” to safeguard its sovereignty, stating that the reasons behind Pakistan’s response were transparent and understood by all.
Khan welcomed the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, attributing its success to the efforts of several friendly nations. He expressed hope that India would uphold the agreement and refrain from any violations. He reiterated that Pakistan’s commitment to peace should not be mistaken as a sign of weakness.
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Appreciation was extended to the US President and other nations who played a mediating role, particularly regarding the US President’s recent statement on Jammu and Kashmir, which Pakistan welcomed.
The spokesperson added that communication between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) continues as both sides work on strategies to ease border tensions gradually.
He expressed concern over India’s increased defense budget, warning that it could further destabilize the region. Khan emphasized Pakistan’s readiness for dialogue to resolve all issues, especially the Kashmir dispute, through peaceful means.
Khan stated that Pakistan possesses substantial evidence of India’s involvement in sponsoring terrorism within Pakistani territory. He regretted that India has never condemned acts of terrorism occurring in Pakistan.
He dismissed any notion that Pakistan avoids dialogue on terrorism, asserting that the country is itself a victim of terrorism and remains committed to its eradication.
On another note, the Foreign Office clarified previous remarks allegedly made by former Foreign Secretary Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry regarding Indian espionage activities from Iranian soil, denying such statements.
In conclusion, Khan highlighted the contradictions in Indian official statements, such as the admission of ongoing investigations into Pahalgam, as evidence of India’s internal confusion and as a reaffirmation of Pakistan’s stance on regional affairs.
