India-Pak Tensions: Pakistan Issues Strong Warning
As regional tensions rise, Pakistan has issued a strong warning to India, emphasizing a solid response if any military aggression takes place. The situation comes amid demands and growing unrest following a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir.
Pakistan has issued a strong warning to India, declaring that any act of aggression will be met with a “swift and full-force response.”
The development follows the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, which killed 26 Hindu pilgrims and injured dozens more.
Indian authorities have blamed Pakistan-based militant groups for the incident a claim Islamabad firmly denies, calling it “baseless and politically motivated.”
Major General Ahmed Sharif, spokesperson for the Pakistan Army, said in a press briefing:
“Any aggression from India will be met with a swift and strong response. We do not seek war, but we will not allow anyone to violate our authority.”
Key Takeaways
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Pakistan warns India of “full-force response” if attacked.
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India blames Pakistan-based militants for Kashmir attack killing 26 pilgrims.
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Global leaders urge calm; U.N. offers mediation.
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Both militaries remain on high alert along the border.
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Situation remains tense but controlled diplomacy remains the only safe path forward.
Pakistan on High Alert
In response to heightened rhetoric, Pakistan’s defense establishment has reportedly:
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Placed border and Line of Control (LoC) units on high readiness.
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Deployed fighter jets for regular patrols near eastern sectors.
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Activated naval and missile defense systems.
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Directed civil defense and intelligence agencies to remain on heightened alert.
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar reiterated Islamabad’s stance:
“Pakistan stands for peace in the region. However, if provoked, we are fully prepared to defend ourselves.”
Mohammad Adil