Islamabad (Washington Insider Magazine) – Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi briefs US envoy on India’s military strikes, raising concerns over South Asia’s peace and urging global restraint.
As reported by Arab News, on Wednesday, Mohsin Naqvi discussed with US Ambassador Natalie Baker his nation’s serious concerns about Indian strikes and their impact on regional instability.
Mohsin Naqvi warns US of India’s threat to regional peace
Mr Naqvi gave the US envoy a full briefing on India’s strikes and South Asia’s tense security climate. The meeting was also attended by US Political Counselor Zachary Harkenrider and Minister of State for Interior Tallal Chaudhry.
The interior minister blamed India for threatening regional harmony. He condemned its attacks on civilians as clear violations of international law.
In response to Indian aggression, Mr Naqvi stated that Pakistan maintained composure and acted with restraint.
He said,
“We gave a strong and appropriate response in defence of our homeland. Pakistan will never allow any compromise on its national security.”
Global nation’s response to India-Pakistan war
US President Donald Trump condemned the rising tensions between Pakistan and India. He urged them to de-escalate, hoping the dispute would resolve soon.
He said,
“It’s a shame. Just heard about it. I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past. They’ve been fighting for a long time. They’ve been fighting for many, many decades. I hope it ends very quickly.”
Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, said he is closely monitoring the situation and will engage with both nations’ leaders for a “peaceful resolution.”
The Chinese Foreign Ministry described India’s actions as “regrettable”. They urged both countries to avoid aggravating the situation and to maintain restraint.
United Arab Emirates Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan pressed on Pakistan and India
“to exercise restraint, de-escalate tensions, and avoid further escalation that could threaten regional and international peace.”
Turkey’s foreign ministry urged India and Pakistan to act wisely. They pointed out the danger of an “all-out war” after India’s latest military strike.
The ministry issued a statement reaffirming its support for Pakistan’s demand for an inquiry into the militant attack that claimed 26 lives on the Indian-administered side of the Himalayan region on April 22.
UK Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds expressed the country’s willingness to assist India and Pakistan in de-escalating tensions, after the worst violence between the nuclear powers in 20 years.
He added,
“Our message would be that we are a friend, a partner to both countries. We stand ready to support both countries. Both have a huge interest in regional stability, in dialogue, in de-escalation and anything we can do to support that, we are here and willing to do.”
Khawaja Asif warns of nuclear risk amid rising tensions
Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, indicated that a nuclear conflict with India could occur if the situation leads to a standoff, further intensifying regional tensions.
He said,
“If they (India) impose an all-out war on the region and if such dangers arise in which there is a standoff, then at any time a nuclear war can break out.”
Mr Asif added,
“If they (India) aggravate this [matter] then if a chance of war arises in which there is a sign of nuclear option being used on both sides, then the responsibility for that will be on India.”
