India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate: From Ceasefire Violations to War Threats
An Attack in Kashmir Escalates Tensions Between india and Pakistan
Mehr News agency, International Group: Following an attack on a group of tourists in Indian-controlled Kashmir, which left dozens dead and wounded, severe tensions arose between the two countries today.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs issued a statement urging its citizens to avoid travel to Pakistan and calling for Indian nationals currently in Pakistan to leave the country instantly.
The statement read: “In line with the decisions of the Cabinet Security Commitee after the ‘Pahalgam’ terrorist attack, the Indian government has decided to suspend visa services for Pakistani nationals with immediate affect. Additionally, all valid visas already issued to Pakistani citizens stand canceled and will be enforced starting April 27, 2025.”
The statement strongly advised Indian citizens against traveling to Pakistan under any circumstances until further notice.The Indian government has advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Pakistan and urged those currently in Pakistan to return to India as soon as possible.
Pahalgam Attack: One of the Deadliest in the Troubled Region’s Recent History
Tuesday’s attack in Pahalgam ranks among the deadliest incidents in this volatile region’s recent history, claiming the lives of 26 tourists. The tragedy risks further straining already tense bilateral relations.
India and Pakistan both assert full sovereignty over Kashmir but administer only parts of it.
In a sharp response, India indirectly held Pakistan responsible for the attack. New Delhi has long accused Islamabad of supporting armed groups in the region—a claim Pakistan vehemently denies.
Suspension of Treaty…India Suspends 65-Year-Old Water treaty with Pakistan
India has announced the suspension of a water treaty with Pakistan that has been in place as 1960.Under this agreement, control of eastern rivers was granted to India, while western rivers were allocated to Pakistan.
Indian security agencies claim that a group called the “Kashmir Resistance” is behind the recent attack. The Pakistani government stated that its National Security Council will hold an emergency meeting today.
Expulsion of Military Advisors and Pakistani Diplomats from New Delhi
As part of India’s retaliatory measures against Pakistan, Pakistani military advisors stationed at the embassy in New Delhi must leave India immediately. Additionally, a second wave of diplomat expulsions is scheduled for next week.
The attack in Pulwama has heightened fears of reigniting long-standing tensions between thes two nuclear-armed nations.We Will Respond Appropriately to India’s Actions
Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Asif, responding to India’s accusations regarding the attack in Pahalgam, stated that “Islamabad will give a proportionate response to India’s actions.”
The Pakistani defense minister also rejected allegations of supporting terrorism and accused India of backing Baloch armed groups and facilitating terrorist activities through its consulates in Afghanistan.
Pakistan’s Countermeasures
Following an emergency meeting in Pakistan,the country declared Indian military advisors in Islamabad as personae non gratae and gave them until the end of April to leave Pakistan.
Additionally, Pakistan suspended all trade relations with India, including third-party trade transactions.
According to Al Jazeera,Pakistan has also announced that…Pakistan has warned that any violation of Islamabad’s rights in the western river will be considered an act of war.
Additionally, Pakistan has closed its airspace to Indian aircraft. According to Al jazeera, Pakistan has emphasized that the number of staff at the Indian High Commission in Islamabad will be reduced from 30 to 10 by April 30.
