'Deplorable Pattern Continues': India Slams Pak At UN Over Sexual Violence Against Women Since 1971
/ Aug 20, 2025, 08:49AM IST
At the UNSC Open Debate on Conflict-related Sexual Violence, Indian diplomat Eldos Mathew Punnoose condemned the continued use of sexual violence as a weapon against vulnerable communities. He highlighted Pakistan's role in such abuses, recalling the mass sexual violence committed by the Pakistan Army in 1971 in East Pakistan. Punnoose said this disturbing pattern continues today through abductions, trafficking, forced marriages, and religious conversions of minority women and girls. Citing recent OHCHR reports, he accused Pakistan's judiciary of enabling these crimes. He labeled Pakistan's claims of promoting justice as hypocritical, calling out its duplicity on the global stage.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India.com
a few seconds ago
- India.com
'India is a global power, Trump's sanctions will only....': Russia praises India amid pressure from US for purchasing Russian oil
Russia-India relations India-Russia relations: In a significant development amid the recent tensions between India and US on the issue of Indian exports to US and import of Russian crude oil, Charge d'Affaires of the Russian Embassy in India Roman Babushkin has said that India is a global power with a diversified foreign policy. Adding that India is a leading economic country, Babushkin said that Russia remains committed to resolve any problems even during challenges. Here are all the details you need to know about what the Charge d'Affaires of the Russian Embassy has said on India-Russia relations and the recent geopolitical tensions. What Russian Embassy said on Putin-Trump Alaska meet and its impact on India? 'There are so many rumours and speculations about this summit in Alaska, which took place on the 15th of August. In fact, it was a breakthrough development, because you would see the leaders of the leading global powers sitting together and having a very warm, deep and very prolonged conversation. The agenda was a diversified one. We are absolutely not about to link it to just one particular question. We talk about the restoration of relations between Russia and the US. And for that, rebuilding trust is one of the most significant tasks', Roman Babushkin was quoted as saying on the Alaska as per a report carried by news agency ANI. Roman Babushkin also said that Russia-India have been facing this problem of sanctions for many years, but their trade is only growing. Story Highlights Russian Embassy has indicated that Russia-India trade is growing despite all concerns. It has also indicated that Russia remains committed to resolve any problems even during challenges. On Russia-US relations, Charge d'Affaires of the Russian Embassy in India said that rebuilding trust is one of the most significant tasks. What Russia thinks on US imposing more tariffs on India? 'And as far as we heard here in the mission after this meeting, which was, according to assessments by President Trump, very successful and very positive, I think I heard that he decided not to impose an extra 25 per cent on India, according to media reports. I didn't see other reports,' he stated on the Trump tariffs on India.
Time of India
a few seconds ago
- Time of India
Russian diplomat tells Donald Trump ‘friends don't behave like that' as Moscow opens doors to Indian exports amid US tariffs
India-Russia relations remain on solid ground despite U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, according to Russian Charge d'Affaires Roman Babushkin. Speaking at a press briefing, the diplomat underlined Moscow's support for Indian exports, defended oil trade between the two nations, and questioned Washington's idea of 'friendship.' India-Russia ties described as uninterrupted Opening his remarks in Hindi, Babushkin described India-Russia relations as uninterrupted and expanding. He noted that mutual respect has been central to the partnership, stretching across energy and defence. He also pointed to the possibility of reviving the Russia-India-China trilateral dialogue as a counterweight to Western influence. Response to Trump's tariffs In a direct reference to Trump's tariff measures, Babushkin questioned the U.S. approach towards India. Despite Trump calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi a 'friend,' Washington imposed a 50 percent tariff on Indian goods. 'The sanctions are a tool of unlawful competition… Friends don't behave like that,' Babushkin said, stressing that sanctions signal double standards and pressure rather than cooperation. Russian markets open to Indian goods With U.S. tariffs limiting Indian access, Babushkin announced Russia's willingness to expand trade with India. 'If Indian goods cannot go to the U.S. market, they can head to Russia,' he said. Bilateral trade between India and Russia reached $68.7 billion in 2024–25, with India exporting goods worth $4.88 billion. He added that criticism from the West often means India and Russia are 'doing something right,' pointing out that bilateral trade has grown sevenfold despite sanctions. Oil trade and U.S. concerns Much of Washington's criticism has been linked to India's purchase of Russian oil, which accounts for about 40 percent of its imports. Babushkin said reducing oil imports would not ensure fair cooperation with the West, which he described as acting in a neocolonial manner. He highlighted that Russian oil sales to India come at a five percent discount, with Indian refiners resuming purchases after a brief pause. 'India understands there is no chance to change supplies right now, and the profit is very high,' he added. Revival of the RIC dialogue Looking ahead, Babushkin said Russia is hopeful of reviving the Russia-India-China trilateral dialogue. Initiated in the late 1990s but dormant for years, the framework could help strengthen regional stability. With India-China ties showing signs of improvement, Moscow sees the format as timely. The Russian diplomat's comments served as a clear signal: Moscow views India as a long-term partner, while Trump's tariff measures have raised questions about the U.S. approach to friendship. With open markets, energy cooperation, and trilateral engagement, India-Russia ties remain resilient. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
India.com
a few seconds ago
- India.com
130th Constitutional Amendment Bill: ৩০ দিন গারদে থাকলেও যাবে গদি!
Videos 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill: ৩০ দিন গারদে থাকলেও যাবে গদি! | 5 Tar Punch | Zee 24 Ghanta 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill: 'Throne Will Be Lost Even After 30 Days in Prison!' | 5 Tar Punch 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill: 'Throne Will Be Lost Even After 30 Days in Prison!' | 5 Tar Punch | Updated: Aug 20, 2025, 07:00 PM IST Advertisement 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill: 'Throne Will Be Lost Even After 30 Days in Prison!' | 5 Tar Punch
