Former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi has stated that recent escalations between India and Pakistan are a direct outcome of India’s internal political dynamics, rather than any credible evidence linking Pakistan to recent terrorist incidents.
“A terrorist attack occurred, which everyone has condemned. However, India has no evidence to suggest Pakistan’s involvement.” He added that India’s response — including the expulsion of diplomats and the unilateral suspension of an international treaty — is part of an internal political game. “Anti-Pakistan rhetoric sells in India,” he emphasized.
Political analyst Dr. Qamar Cheema highlighted the absence of de-escalation mechanisms, stating that such crises are typically managed either through unilateral interventions by major powers or backchannel diplomacy. “Neither has the U.S. intervened, nor is there any serious bilateral engagement,” he noted, criticizing President Biden’s seemingly dismissive posture toward the issue.
Journalist and analyst Azaz Syed echoed these concerns, calling the state of bilateral relations “immature” and “deeply concerning.” He pointed out the cyclical blame game between the two nations: “Whenever there is an attack in India, Pakistan is blamed. Likewise, whenever there is an incident in Pakistan, fingers are pointed at India.”
The episode sheds light on the fragile state of India-Pakistan relations and the risk of political exploitation of cross-border tensions in both countries.
