Tense Echos: India's Response to Pakistan's Escalation Yet Again

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized that the responsibility for de-escalation lies with Pakistan following its initiation of tension with the Pahalgam terror attack. India has responded through Operation Sindoor, targeting terror infrastructure. Misri highlighted Pakistan's long-standing history of cross-border terrorism and recent provocations impacting civilians.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has placed the onus of de-escalation on Pakistan, following the upsurge in hostilities triggered by the recent Pahalgam terror attack. India, he stated, acted in response through Operation Sindoor to maintain regional stability.

At a media briefing, Misri asserted that the escalation originated with Pakistan on April 22, leading to significant casualties. Misri reiterated that India's actions were defensive, aiming solely at terrorist infrastructure while Pakistan's actions continued to affect civilians along the Line of Control.

Misri further accused Pakistan of perpetuating its reputation as a terror hub and creating obstacles in the Indus Waters Treaty discussions. India's measured retaliation included missile strikes on designated terror sites, maintaining restraint despite provocations along critical border areas.

(With inputs from agencies.)