Pakistan has strongly criticized recent remarks made by Indian leaders, including those by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a rally in Bihar, calling them a reflection of a dangerous and hostile mindset. The Pakistani Foreign Office denounced the statements as inflammatory and ungrounded, asserting they serve only to escalate regional tensions rather than promote peace.

“Hostility Over Peace”: Pakistan’s Sharp Response

Foreign Office Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan condemned the rhetoric, stating:

“Indian leadership’s recent remarks, including those made in Bihar, reflect a deeply troubling mindset that prioritizes hostility over peace.”

He dismissed Indian attempts to blame Pakistan for regional instability as detached from reality, emphasizing that the international community is fully aware of India’s track record of aggressive posturing and alleged involvement in fostering unrest within Pakistan.

“These hollow narratives and diversionary tactics cannot hide the documented facts,” Khan added.

Modi’s Warning and India’s Firm Stance on Kashmir

While addressing a public gathering in Bihar, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi referenced “Operation Sindoor” as merely the beginning of further actions, stressing that India’s battle against terrorism is far from over. His comments were widely interpreted as a veiled threat to Pakistan.

Additionally, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reiterated India’s long-held position that dialogue and terrorism cannot go hand-in-hand, further ruling out any negotiations with Pakistan over the Kashmir dispute.

Jaiswal stated unequivocally:

“Any bilateral discussion on Jammu and Kashmir will only be about the vacation of Pakistan-occupied territory.”

Pakistan Reaffirms Its Position on Kashmir

Responding to India’s remarks, Pakistan reaffirmed its commitment to seeking a peaceful and just resolution to the Kashmir issue in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions and the wishes of the Kashmiri people.

Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan emphasized:

“To sidestep this fundamental issue is to condemn the region to continued mistrust and potential confrontation.”

He further stated that Pakistan remains open to constructive engagement but will resolutely defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity against any aggression.

Recent Border Conflict Adds Tension

Tensions escalated further in early May when armed clashes broke out between Indian and Pakistani forces. The conflict followed a deadly attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, where 26 civilians were killed. India labeled the incident an act of cross-border terrorism orchestrated by Pakistan — a charge Islamabad has firmly denied.

Call for Restraint and Regional Stability

In his closing remarks, Khan said that sustainable peace in South Asia requires maturity, restraint, and a focus on root causes of conflict, rather than inflammatory rhetoric or militaristic threats.

“India cannot and will not achieve its objectives through threats, misrepresentation, or the use of force,” he said.Pakistan urged India to abandon aggressive posturing and work toward regional harmony based on mutual respect, diplomacy, and peaceful conflict resolution.