Terrorism Investigation
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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What accusations has India made against Pakistan regarding terrorism?
India has explicitly labeled Pakistan as a global epicenter of terrorism, with serious allegations brought before the United Nations. According to India's envoy to the UN, Pakistan is harboring more than 20 UN-listed terrorist entities within its borders. Additionally, India accuses Pakistan of providing state support to facilitate cross-border terrorism, suggesting a systematic government involvement rather than isolated incidents. These allegations highlight ongoing tensions between the neighboring countries and raise significant international security concerns that India wants addressed at the global level.
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What is the contradiction in Pakistan's stance on terrorism?
Pakistan is described as a 'global epicenter of terrorism' that harbors more than 20 UN-listed terrorist entities while providing state support to cross-border terrorism. This stands in stark contrast to Pakistan's self-portrayal as a nation at the forefront of counter-terrorism efforts. This contradiction represents what the commentator calls a 'supreme irony' - Pakistan publicly positions itself as a leader in fighting terrorism while simultaneously being accused of harboring terrorist organizations and enabling cross-border terrorist activities. This paradoxical stance undermines Pakistan's credibility in international security discussions.
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What contradictions exist in Pakistan's stance on terrorism?
Pakistan serves as a global epicenter of terrorism, harboring more than 20 UN-listed terrorist entities while simultaneously providing state support to cross-border terrorist activities. This creates a fundamental contradiction in their international positioning. Despite this reality, Pakistan paradoxically portrays itself as being at the forefront of counter-terrorism efforts. This represents what the commentator calls a "supreme irony" - a nation that actively facilitates terrorism while claiming leadership in combating it, revealing the hypocrisy in Pakistan's self-representation on the global stage.
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Why does India consider Pakistan the global epicenter of terrorism?
According to India's envoy to the United Nations, Pakistan is considered the global epicenter of terrorism because it harbors more than 20 UN-listed terrorist entities within its borders. This serious accusation highlights Pakistan's role in providing state support to cross-border terrorism operations. The Indian representative's statements at the UN emphasize concerns over regional security and point to Pakistan's systematic involvement in supporting terrorist infrastructure, which poses threats beyond immediate borders. This position reflects India's longstanding concerns about Pakistan's role in fostering terrorism in 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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