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Pakistan Denies Involvement in Kashmir Attack; India Closes Borders

4/27/2025

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Asif Denies Involvement

Pakistan's defense minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, firmly rejected any connection to a devastating terror attack in Kashmir that claimed 26 lives. He urged for an international probe and pledged full cooperation. In response to this tragic incident, India has closed border crossings and halted a crucial water agreement, fearing Pakistan's involvement in the violence.

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Sharif Demands Investigation

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for a "neutral and transparent" investigation into the tragic Pahalgam attack that claimed 26 lives. He condemned India's halt of the Indus Waters Treaty, warning of dire consequences for any threats to Pakistan's water rights. Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan's dedication to fighting terrorism and advocating for Kashmir's self-determination.

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Historical Context

The recent terror attack in Kashmir, which killed 26, echoes longstanding tensions between India and Pakistan over the region. Historical conflicts, including the 2016 Uri attack that prompted Indian surgical strikes, highlight the cycle of violence and retaliatory actions. Pakistan's calls for an international investigation and India's border closures reflect the fragile relationship, rooted in decades of territorial disputes and mutual distrust.

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Asif Denies Involvement

Pakistan's defense minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, firmly rejected any connection to a devastating terror attack in Kashmir that claimed 26 lives. He urged for an international probe and pledged full cooperation. In response to this tragic incident, India has closed border crossings and halted a crucial water agreement, fearing Pakistan's involvement in the violence.

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