India on Tuesday strongly condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Kunar and Paktika provinces, expressing concern over civilian casualties and the impact of military action on regional stability.
Addressing the media in New Delhi, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that aggression against a sovereign neighbouring country goes against the interests of regional peace and security.
Editorial Insight
Key Highlights
Important points readers should notice.
Issue/Event: India condemned Pakistan’s airstrikes in Afghanistan.
Location: Kunar and Paktika provinces, Afghanistan.
Authority/Organisation: India’s Ministry of External Affairs
Action Taken: New Delhi expressed condolences and called for credible action against cross-border terrorism.
Impact: The strikes have intensified regional security concerns and tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
Jaiswal reaffirmed India’s support for Afghanistan’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity. He also expressed condolences over the civilian deaths reported in the airstrikes and wished those injured a speedy recovery.
The Indian statement followed Pakistani military action in eastern Afghanistan. Pakistan said its strikes targeted militant positions, while Afghan authorities accused Islamabad of violating Afghanistan’s sovereignty and harming civilians.
Responding to Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir’s statement that the country’s armed forces remained determined to defeat terrorism, Jaiswal said Islamabad must demonstrate its commitment through concrete action.
Editorial Analysis
Why This Matters
India’s response highlights New Delhi’s stated position on Afghanistan’s sovereignty and the need to address cross-border terrorism through credible action. Further escalation could increase humanitarian and regional security risks.
He stated that Pakistan needs to take credible action against cross-border terrorism before the international community can place confidence in its statements.
