Pakistan's Web of Lies on Terror, Pahalgam Attack
As India's Operation Sindoor reshaped global narratives on terrorism, Pakistan's PPP leader Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari launched a counter-diplomatic mission from the United Nations. Addressing international journalists, Bilawal denied Pakistan's role in the Pahalgam terror attack and slammed India's military strikes as 'illegal.' He warned the world that another war with India was not a question of 'if, but when.' Leading a 9-member delegation, Bhutto-Zardari urged the global community and the UN Security Council to mediate dialogue between the nuclear neighbors. Pakistan also objected to India's suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it an act of war. Watch all the fiery statements, India's reaction, and what this means for South Asia.#bilawalbhutto #operation sindoor #pakistan india war #un speech #pahalgam attack #indus treaty #modi pakistan #india pakistan ceasefire #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews
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