Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a crucial meeting of Pakistan's National Security Committee (NSC) today, addressing growing tensions with India following the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack in Indian-occupied Kashmir.
The NSC strongly rejected India's unilateral measures announced on April 23, calling them "politically motivated" and "legally invalid," while warning that any threat to Pakistan's water rights under the Indus Waters Treaty would be considered an act of war.
Key Decisions Against India
» Border Closure: Immediate shutdown of Wagah border crossing
» Visa Cancellation: All SAARC visas for Indians canceled (except Sikh pilgrims)
» Diplomatic Expulsions: Indian defense advisors declared persona non grata
» Trade Ban: Complete suspension of all trade with India
» Airspace Closure: Ban on all Indian airlines
Kashmir Conflict Escalation
The NSC meeting focused on:
- Recent Pahalgam terror attack that killed tourists
- India's attempts to link Pakistan without evidence
- Ongoing human rights violations in Kashmir
- Controversial Waqf Bill marginalizing Muslims
"India's narrative of victimhood can't hide its state-sponsored terrorism in Pakistan," the committee stated, referencing captured Indian agent Kulbhushan Jadhav as proof.
Water War Warning
The NSC issued its strongest warning yet about the Indus Waters Treaty:
"Any attempt to stop Pakistan's water flow will be met with full military response. Water is a national security issue for our 240 million people."
International Appeal
Pakistan called on the United Nations and global community to:
- Notice India's extraterritorial assassinations
- Address Kashmir human rights violations
- Prevent regional instability
Military Readiness
The committee affirmed Pakistan's armed forces are fully prepared to defend against any Indian aggression, recalling Pakistan's successful response to India's 2019 Balakot incursion.
"Our nation desires peace but will never compromise on sovereignty, security, and dignity," the NSC concluded, invoking Quaid-e-Azam's Two-Nation Theory as more relevant than ever.
