Pakistan Warns: Indian Military Strike “Imminent”

Pakistan’s defense minister has warned that an Indian military attack may be imminent, Reuters reports.

Rising Tensions After Deadly Attack in Kashmir

A deadly assault in Kashmir last week left 26 people dead, triggering outrage across India and heightening tensions between the two rivals.

India Demands Action Against Pakistan

Following the attack, India — a Hindu-majority country — has called for strong action against Pakistan, accusing it of supporting militant groups in the disputed Kashmir region.

Pakistan Strengthens Its Forces

“We have reinforced our forces because something appears imminent. Strategic decisions have been made,” Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif told Reuters.

Military Intelligence Warning

Asif stated that Pakistan’s military had alerted the government about the potential threat of an Indian strike, although he declined to specify details behind the intelligence.

Pakistan Denies Involvement

Pakistan has denied any role in the Kashmir attack, calling for a neutral international investigation instead.

India: Attackers Were Pakistani Nationals

Indian sources claim two individuals suspected in the deadly assault were Pakistani nationals, further straining relations.

Modi Vows Justice

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has promised to find and punish those responsible for the bloodshed, according to Reuters.

Both Nations Possess Nuclear Weapons

As tensions rise, concerns grow worldwide because both India and Pakistan are nuclear-armed powers.

Pakistan: No Nuclear Use Unless Existential Threat

Defense Minister Asif emphasized that Pakistan would only consider nuclear weapons if there were a “direct threat to Pakistan’s existence.”

Diplomatic Efforts Urged

Analysts warn that without immediate diplomatic efforts, the region risks sliding into dangerous escalation.