Pakistan delivered a strong diplomatic condemnation of India during the United Nations Security Council’s annual open debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict. The Pakistani delegation accused India of persistent aggressive actions while simultaneously claiming moral superiority on issues of peace and international law.
In exercising Pakistan’s right of reply to statements made by the Indian representative, Counsellor Saima Saleem criticized New Delhi for spreading disinformation and diverting attention from its own conduct. She accused India of exporting terrorism beyond its borders, forcibly occupying territory, persecuting minority groups within its own population, manipulating water resources as a weapon, and engaging in acts of regional aggression—all while attempting to lecture others on the protection of civilians.
Saleem emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to peace, dialogue, the peaceful resolution of disputes, and respect for international law. In contrast, she portrayed India as being exposed by its association with terrorism, occupation, aggression, repression, and disregard for international norms.
This exchange highlights the ongoing tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, particularly over the contested region of Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan frequently raises concerns about alleged human rights abuses by India in Kashmir, while India consistently accuses Pakistan of supporting cross-border militancy.
Such confrontations are a regular feature in United Nations forums, where both countries use the platform to advance their entrenched narratives. Although the debate was intended to address global issues of civilian casualties in armed conflicts, the discussion quickly devolved into a bilateral confrontation marked by mutual accusations.
