Jammu – Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply as the Pakistan Army opened fire across the International Border in the Pargawal sector of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday night. This marks the largest ceasefire violation since the Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians.
Indian Army sources confirmed unprovoked firing from Pakistan in three sectors of the Jammu region, continuing for the sixth consecutive night. Indian troops responded effectively at all points, the army said.
India’s Strong Response to Terror and Provocation
This series of attacks comes after India’s firm response to the Pahalgam massacre:
- Suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (signed in 1960)
- Cancellation of visas for Pakistani nationals
- Shutdown of the Attari land transit point
Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier vowed that India would “identify, track, and punish” the terrorists, warning that the killers would be pursued to the “ends of the earth.”
Pakistan Denies Role, UN Steps In
In response to India’s stance, Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar accused India of planning attacks based on “baseless allegations.” He claimed India was acting as “judge, jury, and executioner.”
As the situation worsened, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres held separate calls with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif. The UN condemned the Pahalgam attack and urged both nations to seek justice through legal means and avoid escalation.
