International News: Soon after taking over as the July president of the United Nations Security Council, Pakistan reverted to its predictable script. Its permanent envoy, Asim Iftikhar, held a press conference in New York. There, he raised the Kashmir issue, demanding action from UNSC’s permanent members. He claimed the time had come to enforce past resolutions. The move comes despite clear Indian objections. India had previously warned of such behavior. The new UNSC platform is being used.
India's Early Warning Realized
India had anticipated this diplomatic stunt. Before Pakistan even assumed presidency, New Delhi flagged this possibility. It had expressed concern about misuse of UNSC platforms. Pakistan has a history of such tactics. Repeatedly, it has tried to internationalize Kashmir. India maintains the matter is strictly bilateral. Pakistan ignored that warning—again.
Asim’s Grandstanding in New York
Speaking confidently before the global media, Asim Iftikhar tried to portray Kashmir as an international crisis. He blamed regional instability on unresolved disputes. According to him, UNSC’s permanent five members have obligations. He stated that inaction encourages human rights violations. Such remarks were aimed directly at India. It was a political performance, not diplomacy. The timing and tone were aggressive.
Hiding Behind UN Charter Words
Asim cloaked his agenda in legalese. He invoked UN Charter principles like sovereignty and multilateralism. But the message was unmistakably biased. Pakistan sought global sympathy while targeting India. Its statements distort legal commitments. The UN Charter wasn’t meant for propaganda. Pakistan continues to weaponize diplomatic language. India has rejected such hypocrisy.
India Draws PoK Red Line
New Delhi’s response was swift and stern. It reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir is non-negotiable. Only Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is up for discussion. This has been India’s consistent position since 2019. After the recent Pahalgam attack, India acted decisively. Operation Sindoor struck terrorist hideouts in PoK. That rattled Pakistan’s leadership visibly.
Pakistan’s Old Drama, New Stage
This isn’t Pakistan’s first attempt. Using international forums for anti-India rhetoric is routine. But UNSC’s rotating presidency gives it added visibility. That’s what Islamabad is exploiting now. Global powers remain cautious observers. However, India is watching every move. And its military posture is firm.
Terror Hits Back Diplomatically
Pakistan’s move reflects internal desperation. After airstrikes in PoK, it’s seeking global cover. Instead of dismantling terror infrastructure, it’s chasing sympathy. This exposes Islamabad’s double game. It shelters extremists while crying victim. But the world isn’t blind anymore. India’s message is: no more tolerance.
