Pakistan Counters Indian Claims at UN, Urges Shift Towards Peaceful Dialogue

UNITED NATIONS – July 23, 2025 — In a strong rebuttal to India’s accusations of cross-border terrorism, Pakistan has called on New Delhi to adopt a more responsible and lawful approach, urging it to stop repeating what Islamabad described as a "worn-out narrative of blame-shifting and victimhood."

Speaking during a UN Security Council session focused on promoting international peace and resolving disputes through multilateralism, Pakistan’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Usman Jadoon, emphasized that it is, in fact, India that has been involved in backing and facilitating terrorism within Pakistan and beyond.

“Instead of clinging to outdated rhetoric and acting with impunity, India should reflect on its actions and fulfill its obligations under international law,” Ambassador Jadoon told the 15-member body.

The remarks came in response to Indian Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, who leveled allegations against Pakistan during the same debate. The session, initiated by Pakistan, aimed to reinforce the UN Charter’s core principles — peaceful conflict resolution, adherence to international norms, and implementation of relevant Security Council resolutions.

Ambassador Jadoon expressed disappointment over the timing of India's statement, noting that it coincided with a rare moment of unity in the Council, where all members had earlier reiterated their commitment to global peace and legal accountability.

Referring directly to the Kashmir conflict, Jadoon reiterated Pakistan's stance that India remains in illegal occupation of Jammu and Kashmir and has persistently ignored UN resolutions that call for a peaceful settlement and the right of the Kashmiri people to self-determination.

He further criticized India for what he described as widespread human rights abuses in Kashmir and against minorities within India — claims that have been reported by various international human rights watchdogs.

In a broader critique, the Pakistani envoy also condemned India's unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty — a move he claimed was aimed at cutting off essential water resources from Pakistan, in violation of international norms.

Addressing recent military tensions, Jadoon said India carried out unprovoked strikes between May 7 and 10, targeting civilian areas. Pakistan, he stated, responded in a “measured and proportionate” manner, targeting only military assets and reportedly downing six Indian aircraft. He credited both Pakistan’s strategic restraint and U.S. mediation for de-escalating the situation.

Jadoon also pointed out the irony of India dismissing the Kashmir dispute in global forums, despite having itself brought the issue to the United Nations decades ago.

India, for its part, lashed out at Pakistan, accusing it of supporting terrorism and being financially unstable. Indian officials cited the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor as examples of Pakistan’s alleged role in cross-border militancy.

The debate at the UN is set to resume on July 24, with more high-level representatives expected to share their views on the path to global peace and dispute resolution.