India Slams Pakistan’s Terror Confession at UN
India brands Pakistan a “rogue state” at the UN after its defence minister admits to decades of supporting terrorist groups.
India Calls Out Pakistan’s Terror Links After Minister’s Shocking Confession
At a time when global unity against terrorism is more critical than ever, India’s voice at the United Nations rang loud and clear — holding Pakistan accountable for a decades-long pattern of supporting extremist groups. The catalyst? A startling televised confession from Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, who openly admitted the country’s role in nurturing terrorist networks.
Speaking at the UN launch event for the Victims of Terrorism Association Network (VoTAN), India’s Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador Yojna Patel, didn’t mince words.
“This is not new information for those who’ve paid attention, but the public confession removes all doubt,” Patel said, emphasizing that the global community can no longer afford selective silence.
A Rare Admission from Islamabad
In a recent interview with Sky News, Asif acknowledged that Pakistan had spent nearly three decades backing terrorist outfits — a claim that has long circulated in intelligence circles but was rarely confirmed so openly by a top official.
“We’ve done the dirty work for the United States and the West for years,” he admitted, in a tone that tried to justify Pakistan’s involvement as a strategic alliance rather than a national policy failure.
The comment, though framed in blame-shifting rhetoric, inadvertently validated India’s long-standing accusations of state-sponsored terrorism emanating from Pakistan.
India Uses the UN to Spotlight Terrorism’s Human Toll
Ambassador Patel’s remarks were more than a diplomatic rebuttal — they were a heartfelt reminder of the human consequences of terrorism. Referring to the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deadliest civilian loss since the 2008 Mumbai attacks, she underscored the trauma and destruction such violence leaves behind.
“We understand the pain deeply,” Patel said. “India has endured cross-border terrorism for decades — our empathy with the victims is not political, it’s personal.”
She praised the international community’s swift support after the Pahalgam attack, calling it a sign of growing global intolerance toward terror in any form.
Pakistan’s Credibility on the Line
The fallout from Asif’s admission extends far beyond India’s response. With Pakistan already under the lens of global bodies like the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), this public acknowledgment could have serious diplomatic consequences. The confession undermines Pakistan’s repeated claims of being a victim of terrorism and raises difficult questions for its allies in the West.
Security experts warn that ignoring such statements erodes international counterterrorism frameworks. “If a state official admits to funding terror, and there’s no global response, what message does that send?” asked a former UN counterterrorism advisor.
Will the World Act — Or Look Away?
While India’s firm stance may energize diplomatic efforts to isolate state sponsors of terrorism, the global response remains cautious. Nations with strategic interests in the region may hesitate to confront Pakistan directly, fearing destabilization or disruption in bilateral ties.
Still, India’s consistent push to internationalize the issue — not just through political rhetoric but through platforms like VoTAN — suggests a long-term strategy of global engagement rather than isolated condemnation.
“The world heard him. Now it’s about what the world chooses to do next,” Patel concluded, letting the weight of the moment hang in the room.
Conclusion: A Line in the Sand
Khawaja Asif’s confession wasn’t just a slip of the tongue — it was a revelation with the potential to reshape diplomatic dynamics in South Asia. For India, it affirms what has been argued for years: that the fight against terrorism isn’t just about rooting out violent actors but confronting the systems that enable them.
Whether the international community rises to the challenge or continues to tread cautiously will determine whether the words “zero tolerance for terrorism” are just slogans — or a global commitment with teeth.
Disclaimer:
This article is based on verified public statements and media interviews. It reflects journalistic interpretation and analysis, not an official policy position. Readers should consult official UN records and primary sources for complete context.
source : The Statesman