Security in Kashmir
How did the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir escalate tensions between India and Pakistan?
The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, where three gunmen killed 26 civilians at a tourist spot, immediately led to rising tensions. Following the attack, Indian investigative agencies blamed Pakistan, which denied involvement. Prime Minister Modi faced mounting pressure to respond militarily, holding meetings with top ministers and military leadership where he reportedly gave them freedom to decide on a response. This prompted Pakistan's concern, with a Pakistani minister holding a midnight press conference claiming they had intelligence about an imminent Indian attack. The situation has created a delicate diplomatic balance, with Modi facing pressure both to take military action and to de-escalate international tensions.
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What is India's position on Jammu and Kashmir's status in response to Pakistan's claims at the UN Security Council?
India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador P. Harish, emphatically reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir is and will remain an integral part of India. During the UNSC debate, he warned Pakistan against spreading misinformation on Kashmir while highlighting the democratic choices made by the people of the Union territory in recent Legislative assembly elections. India's response came after Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister raised the Kashmir issue at the UNSC, advocating for Kashmiris' right to self-determination. India further condemned Pakistan as the global epicenter of terrorism, pointing out its continued support of cross-border terrorism and its harboring of numerous UN-listed terrorist entities that destabilize the region.
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When was the last time Kashmir was officially raised at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and what happened?
Kashmir was last officially raised at the UNSC in 2019, coinciding with India's removal of the special status for the state of Jammu and Kashmir. During that time, China attempted to bring up the issue at Pakistan's request, but India's diplomatic efforts prevented it from being officially discussed at the council. This represents the most recent formal attempt to place Kashmir on the UNSC agenda, with no successful official discussions on the matter occurring since then despite Pakistan's continued interest in internationalizing the issue.
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How has India responded to Pakistan's raising of the Kashmir issue at the UNSC?
India firmly exercised its right of reply at the UNSC, emphasizing that Kashmir is an integral part of India while condemning Pakistan's continued spread of misinformation. India's representative highlighted how Pakistan continues to support terrorism and cross-border terrorism in the region, particularly targeting India. This response comes at a significant time when China holds the UNSC presidency and Pakistan serves as a non-permanent member, with Pakistan's Foreign Minister personally raising the Kashmir issue during the meeting.
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What can we expect from Pakistan as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council?
As Pakistan serves as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, we can expect more comments on Kashmir over the next two years. This situation becomes particularly significant as Pakistan will also chair the UNSC, giving them a platform to raise these issues. Simultaneously, India will likely respond strongly by highlighting Pakistan's support for terrorism, emphasizing the presence of terror groups in Pakistan that continue to destabilize India. India's response will focus on exposing Pakistan's role as an epicenter of terrorism that harbors UN-listed terrorist entities engaged in cross-border terrorism activities.
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What is India's official stance on the status of Jammu and Kashmir?
According to India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador P. Harish, Jammu and Kashmir is and will remain an integral part of India. During the UN Security Council debate, Harish emphasized the democratic choice made by the people of the Union territory in recent Legislative assembly elections, reaffirming India's sovereignty over the region. Harish's statement came in response to Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister raising the Kashmir issue at the UNSC and extending support to Kashmiris' right to self-determination. India warned Pakistan against spreading misinformation and disinformation regarding Kashmir, highlighting the legitimacy of India's position through democratic processes.
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