ISPR slams Indian army chief’s remarks as baseless and duplicitous

Islamabad rejects terrorism allegations, highlighting India’s actions in IIOJK and oppression of minorities.

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Military has dismissed recent comments by the Indian Army Chief alleging Pakistan to be a 'epicentre' for terrorism, calling the accusations baseless and an attempt to deflect from India’s actions in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

In a strongly worded statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) highlighted that such remarks are contrary to facts and an exercise in futility, reiterating that they reflect extreme duplicity.

The ISPR accused India of using these claims to overshadow state-sponsored brutality in IIOJK, where the Indian military has faced criticism for human rights abuses.

The statement further alleged that the Indian Army Chief's remarks were politically motivated, citing his involvement in overseeing repression during his tenure in IIOJK. "The world is witness to India's hate-speech conclaves provoking genocide against Muslims and its oppressive policies targeting minorities," the ISPR said.

Pakistan also pointed to what it described as India’s "trans-national repression" and the use of force against unarmed Kashmiris, claiming such actions have only strengthened their resolve for self-determination as per UN resolutions.

Highlighting a recent incident, the ISPR noted that a serving Indian military officer in Pakistan’s custody was allegedly caught orchestrating terror activities, a fact it said was being ignored by Indian leadership.

Urging professionalism and civility, Pakistan called on India’s military leaders to focus on constructive state-to-state behaviour rather than pursuing political agendas.

Earlier today, security forces have killed four terrorists during an intelligence-based operation in the Spinwam area of North Waziristan, the military’s media wing said on Wednesday.

The operation, conducted overnight between January 14 and 15, targeted the terrorists’ hideout after credible intelligence reports confirmed their presence, according to the ISPR.

In a heavy exchange of gunfire, four terrorists were neutralised, it said, adding that security forces also recovered a cache of weapons and ammunition from the site.

The ISPR stated that the terrorists were involved in several terrorist activities against security forces and the targeted killings of innocent civilians.

Following the operation, clearance activities were initiated in the area to eliminate any remaining threats. The ISPR reiterated the military's resolve to uproot terrorism and ensure peace and stability across the country.

“Pakistan’s security forces remain steadfast in their commitment to eradicating the menace of terrorism,” the statement added.