Water Rights Tensions: Pakistan Army Chief Stands Firm

Field Marshal Asim Munir emphasizes Pakistan's unwavering stance on water rights, declaring it a non-negotiable issue connected to the basic rights of 240 million citizens. Amid escalating tensions with India, Munir highlights the implications of the Indus Water Treaty and addresses concerns in Balochistan.

Pakistan's Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, firmly stated that the nation would not waver on the water issue, asserting its significance to the basic rights of 240 million residents. His remarks were made during a conversation with university officials and educators, amid rising tensions with neighboring India.

Munir declared water as Pakistan's 'red line,' and highlighted the potential fallout from any compromise on the Indus Water Treaty, following claims of Indian involvement in recent terrorist activities in Pakistan. He emphasized a zero-tolerance stance against perceived attempts at Indian hegemony.

The deeply contentious water rights issue, rooted in historical disputes between the two countries, has further strained relations post the Pahalgam incident. Despite an escalation of hostilities, a military truce was achieved after bilateral negotiations on May 10.

(With inputs from agencies.)