NEW YORK (APP) – A high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation, led by Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, addressed representatives of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the United Nations, raising alarm over serious developments impacting peace and stability in South Asia.

In a comprehensive briefing, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari strongly rejected India’s accusations linking Pakistan to the recent Pahalgam attack, calling them baseless and unsubstantiated. He criticized New Delhi’s actions for lacking credible investigation and evidence, according to a statement released by Pakistan’s Mission to the UN.

Bilawal condemned India’s use of the incident as justification for cross-border strikes, stating that such actions violated international law and deliberately targeted civilian populations and infrastructure.

He also expressed deep concern over India’s unilateral suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty — a historic water-sharing agreement signed in 1960. Bilawal described the move as a dangerous step toward the “weaponization of water” and a violation of treaty obligations. He warned that this could set a troubling precedent with severe implications for regional peace.

Highlighting the growing threats to regional stability, he stressed that India’s “belligerent posture” has made the region—and the world—a less secure place. He urged the OIC to play a continued role in mediation and conflict de-escalation.

Reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to peace and diplomacy, Bilawal called for the immediate restoration of the Indus Waters Treaty, full respect for the ceasefire along the Line of Control, and the resumption of a broad-based dialogue with India. He emphasized that the resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute must remain central to any peace efforts.

Bilawal praised the OIC for being a moral compass in times of crisis and thanked its member states for their consistent support for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He reiterated Pakistan’s call for the international community to uphold the Kashmiris’ right to self-determination, as enshrined in United Nations Security Council resolutions.

In response, the OIC Permanent Representatives expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s detailed and transparent briefing. They reaffirmed their solidarity with the people of Jammu and Kashmir and voiced concern over rising regional tensions. The representatives emphasized the need to uphold the UN Charter, international law, and the sanctity of binding treaties, including the Indus Waters Treaty.

The OIC members welcomed Pakistan’s diplomatic approach and reiterated their support for resolving all disputes—especially Jammu and Kashmir—through dialogue, in accordance with UNSC resolutions.

Separately, Bilawal reiterated to Chinese media that the existing ceasefire agreement should pave the way for lasting peace, stressing that a final resolution cannot be achieved without addressing the core issue of Jammu and Kashmir.

The Pakistani delegation also held meetings with representatives of elected members of the UN Security Council, including Denmark, Greece, Panama, Somalia, Algeria, Guyana, Japan, South Korea, Sierra Leone, and Slovenia. During these meetings, they outlined Pakistan’s concerns regarding India’s actions and their implications for regional security.