Pahalgam Attack: A Grim Reminder of Terrorism’s Brutality
INVC NEWS New York: The horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, left at least 26 innocent civilians dead and many others gravely injured. Despite the sheer brutality of this massacre, Pakistan once again exposed its duplicity on terrorism during the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemnation process. Partnering with China, Pakistan worked behind the scenes to weaken the language of the condemnation statement, downplaying direct references to terrorism and specifically avoiding any clear acknowledgment of India’s sovereignty and suffering.
Original Draft: Strong Support for India, Sabotaged by Pakistan and China
According to media reports, the United States had initially circulated a strongly-worded draft resolution, calling for active cooperation with the Government of India — a gesture similar to the UNSC’s firm support after the Pulwama terror attack in 2019.
However, Pakistan, leveraging its ties with China, demanded changes that diluted the language. Consequently, the final statement issued by the UNSC merely urged cooperation with the “relevant authorities,” deliberately omitting any direct mention of India.
This tactic demonstrates Pakistan’s continued attempts to shield terrorists while appearing diplomatic, a dangerous game that risks legitimizing terrorism on the global stage.
A Softened UNSC Statement: A Diplomatic Setback
The final UNSC statement read:
“The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the heinous and cowardly terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, resulting in at least 26 deaths and numerous injuries. They underlined the need to bring the perpetrators, organizers, financiers, and sponsors of these reprehensible acts of terrorism to justice.”
While condemnation was achieved, the lack of explicit mention of India was a glaring omission, especially when compared to earlier statements where India’s role as a victim and key investigative authority was firmly emphasized.
This softened stance reflects the increasing influence of Pakistan-China collusion within global institutions — a trend that demands serious attention from the international community.
Pakistan’s Strategy: Glorifying Terrorism as “Freedom Struggle”
Adding insult to injury, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister attempted to reframe the terrorists responsible for the Pahalgam massacre as “freedom fighters.”
Simultaneously, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif advocated for a “neutral and transparent international investigation,” rather than supporting India’s legitimate and sovereign investigation efforts.
Such rhetoric not only insults the memory of the innocent victims but also reveals Pakistan’s ongoing duplicity, positioning itself falsely as a victim on the world stage while nurturing and glorifying terror elements at home.
China’s Role: Shielding Terror for Geopolitical Gain
China’s support for Pakistan in this sabotage effort is not accidental. In weakening the Pahalgam attack condemnation, China once again demonstrated its willingness to trade moral clarity for strategic alliances.
Beijing’s actions, aligned with Islamabad’s deceit, pose a grave threat to global anti-terrorism efforts and highlight the urgent need for a reevaluation of China’s role within the UNSC.
Global Perception: Pakistan’s Isolation Deepens
Pakistan’s maneuvers at the UNSC have further tarnished its international reputation.
At a time when the world is uniting more firmly than ever against terrorism, Pakistan’s refusal to straightforwardly condemn a heinous terrorist attack underscores its pariah status in global forums.
Countries across the world, increasingly wary of Pakistan’s two-faced strategy, are rallying behind India’s call for a zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism.
Meanwhile, India’s diplomatic efforts have succeeded in highlighting Pakistan’s duplicity, bolstering international support for the victims of terror and strengthening calls for holding sponsors of terrorism accountable.
India’s Strategic Response: Unmasking Pakistan’s Hypocrisy
India, demonstrating deft diplomacy, has not only exposed Pakistan’s double standards but also mobilized a stronger, unified front against global terrorism.
By persistently pushing for direct, unequivocal action against terror sponsors, India has taken a moral and strategic leadership position that further isolates Pakistan and its few remaining allies.
New Delhi’s message is clear: there can be no justification, no excuses, and no softening when it comes to terrorism.
