Security in Kashmir
What makes Pakistan's recent Kashmir rhetoric at the UN Security Council significant?
Pakistan's Kashmir rhetoric at the UN Security Council is particularly significant now because Pakistan has become a non-permanent member of the UNSC for a two-year period, having taken charge on January 1st this year. This position provides Pakistan with a formal platform to raise the Kashmir issue internationally. According to Assistant Editor for Foreign Affairs Siddhant Sebald, this isn't the first time India has criticized Pakistan for raising Kashmir at the UN, but Pakistan's current UNSC membership makes this instance unique. Sebald warns to expect increased attempts to internationalize the Kashmir issue over the next few years as Pakistan leverages its temporary Security Council position.
Watch clip answer (00:28m)
WION
01:55 - 02:23
How has India confronted Pakistan regarding terrorism at the United Nations Security Council?
At the UN Security Council, India strongly condemned Pakistan as an epicenter of terrorism, pointing out its role in spreading misinformation and supporting cross-border terrorism against India. India's representative highlighted that multiple terror attacks, including the worst attack on Indian soil (26/11), were perpetrated by Pakistani terrorists, yet Islamabad has taken no action to prevent such incidents. India specifically raised concerns about Pakistan harboring terrorist entities while simultaneously attempting to internationalize the Kashmir issue. This confrontation demonstrates India's continued effort to hold Pakistan accountable on the global stage for its alleged role in fostering terrorism, particularly as it relates to security concerns in Kashmir.
Watch clip answer (00:41m)WION
02:49 - 03:31
What is India's response to Pakistan's claims about Kashmir at the UNSC?
India's UN Ambassador Harish delivered a strong rebuttal to Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishak Dar's comments about Kashmir at the UNSC. Harish warned Pakistan against spreading misinformation and disinformation on the Kashmir issue, firmly countering Pakistan's claims about Kashmiris' right to self-determination supposedly enshrined in UN resolutions. The Indian ambassador emphasized that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India, effectively challenging Pakistan's narrative. His response highlights India's consistent position rejecting external interference in Kashmir while addressing Pakistan's attempt to internationalize what India considers its internal matter.
Watch clip answer (00:22m)
WION
01:04 - 01:26
What specific accusations did India's UN Ambassador make against Pakistan regarding terrorism?
Ambassador Harish explicitly condemned Pakistan as the global epicenter of terrorism during his UNSC address. He presented evidence that Pakistan harbors more than 20 UN-listed terrorist entities while actively promoting cross-border terrorism. The Ambassador highlighted the irony in Pakistan's self-proclaimed efforts to fight terrorism while simultaneously providing state support to terrorist organizations. This statement was delivered during an open debate on multilateralism and global governance, emphasizing the contradiction between Pakistan's public stance and its actual actions regarding terrorist activities.
Watch clip answer (00:43m)WION
00:00 - 00:43
What contradiction does India highlight in Pakistan's stance on terrorism?
India highlights a 'supreme irony' in Pakistan's self-portrayal as being at the forefront of fighting terrorism while simultaneously harboring and supporting terrorist entities. According to Ambassador Harish's statement at the UN Security Council, Pakistan claims to combat terrorism yet houses over 20 UN-listed terrorist organizations and actively supports cross-border terrorism. Additionally, Ambassador Harish reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir is and will remain an integral part of India, emphasizing the democratic choice made by the people of the region in legislative assembly elections.
Watch clip answer (00:20m)WION
00:43 - 01:04
What recent security operations were conducted in Kashmir regarding IEDs?
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir successfully recovered and neutralized two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in different districts of the Kashmir Valley. The first IED was found in Shupan district of South Kashmir, while the second was recovered in the Tral area of Avantipura district. In both locations, bomb disposal squads (BDS) were called in to neutralize the threats. Following intelligence inputs about the devices, authorities temporarily halted traffic in the affected areas as a safety precaution. Security forces continue to conduct massive search operations in these areas to ensure public safety.
Watch clip answer (00:48m)
WION
01:08 - 01:57