Pakistan Responds to Indian Statements, Reaffirms Support for Kashmir Resolution

In a strongly worded statement issued by the Foreign Office, Pakistan has responded to what it described as a “flurry of antagonistic statements” made by Indian leaders and the Indian Ministry of External Affairs.

The remarks, particularly those made in Bihar on 29 May 2025, were criticized for promoting hostility over peace and misrepresenting the regional security situation.

The spokesperson of the Pakistani Foreign Office said that the Indian leadership’s recent comments reveal “a deeply troubling mindset” that prioritizes confrontation rather than cooperation.

“Any attempt to portray Pakistan as the source of regional instability is divorced from reality,” the statement noted, emphasizing India’s documented history of aggressive behavior and alleged support for terrorist activities within Pakistan.

At the heart of Pakistan’s concerns is the long-standing dispute over Jammu and Kashmir, which the statement identifies as the “core issue threatening peace and stability in the region.”

The spokesperson reiterated Pakistan’s firm stance in advocating for a just and lasting resolution to the conflict, based on relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people.

Pakistan criticized India for engaging in “jingoism and coercion,” asserting that such tactics would not help India achieve its objectives. “India cannot and will not achieve its objectives through threats, misrepresentation, or force,” the spokesperson stated.

While reaffirming its commitment to peace and constructive engagement, Pakistan also stressed its readiness to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

“Pakistan remains committed to peace... but it is equally resolved to defend its sovereignty against any aggression,” the statement read.

The statement concluded with a call for maturity, restraint, and a sincere willingness to address the root causes of conflict in South Asia.

“Durable peace demands maturity… not the pursuit of narrow political gains at the expense of regional harmony,” it emphasized.