Pakistan's Defense Minister: We have no plans to attack India

Pakistan's Defense Minister: We have no plans to attack India

Title: Pakistan's Defense Minister Denies Plans to Attack India Amid Tensions

In a recent development, Pakistan's Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif, has clarified that the country has no plans to attack India, despite escalating tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack. This statement comes amidst a series of retaliatory measures taken by both nations, including the suspension of diplomatic ties and the Indus Water Treaty, as well as the closure of border crossings [1].

The Pahalgam terror attack, which occurred on April 22, 2025, resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians and has sparked a series of retaliatory actions from India. In response to the attack, India has downgraded diplomatic ties with Pakistan, expelled Pakistani military attaches, and suspended the Indus Water Treaty [1]. Additionally, India has shut down the Attari land-transit post and announced plans to reduce the strength of Pakistani and Indian high commissions [1].

Pakistan, in turn, has suspended the 1972 Simla Agreement, blocked its airspace for Indian airlines, closed the Wagah border crossing, and paused all trade with India. Pakistan's Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, has stated that any attempt to divert water meant for Pakistan under the Indus Water Treaty will be considered an Act of War [1].

The tension between the two nuclear-armed neighbors has not abated, with both sides maintaining a high level of vigilance and readiness. US President Donald Trump, in a recent statement, expressed faith in the leadership of both India and Pakistan to resolve the tensions and has emphasized the long-standing conflict over Kashmir [2].

Despite the escalating tensions, Pakistan's Defense Minister, Khawaja Asif, has denied any plans to attack India. He stated, "If India conducts acts of terrorism in our cities, it will be a tit for tat and we will make them pay." However, he also clarified that Pakistan has no intention of initiating any acts of terrorism in India [1].

The ongoing situation remains delicate, with both sides taking firm stands against each other. The international community has called for a peaceful resolution, with a focus on diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the tensions. The United Nations, along with other international bodies, has urged both countries to engage in dialogue and avoid any further escalation [3].

References:
[1] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/if-india-conducts-acts-of-terrorism-in-our-cities-we-will-make-them-pay-pakistan-defence-minister-khawaja-asif/articleshow/120585463.cms
[2] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2025/4/26/kashmir-attack-live-india-pakistan-trade-fire-as-pahalgam-gunmen-hunted
[3] https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8g2njm2d2o