In a direct response to terrorism allegations from New Delhi, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari firmly denied that Pakistan supports militant groups. During an interview with Indian journalist Karan Thapar, Bilawal said Pakistan neither allows attacks abroad nor within its own borders. He also highlighted the nation’s extensive sacrifices in its long war against terror.
Pakistan’s Costly War on Terror
Bilawal reminded the interviewer that Pakistan has endured one of the world’s largest inland wars on terror. “We’ve lost 92,000 lives to terrorism. Over 1,200 civilians were killed last year in over 200 attacks,” he said. He warned that 2025 could be the bloodiest year yet if the violence continues.
He also shared a personal loss, noting that his mother, former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, was a victim of terrorism. “I understand the pain of victims like those in the Pahalgam attack,” he added.
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FATF Scrutiny and Reforms
Bilawal pointed out that Pakistan has undergone rigorous monitoring by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). “The FATF process ensured transparency and international oversight of our actions,” he stated. Pakistan’s measures included military operations in South and North Waziristan and implementation of the National Action Plan.
He emphasized that these actions were globally endorsed, disproving claims that Pakistan harbors terror networks.
India Rejected Inquiry Offer
Bilawal criticised India’s rejection of Pakistan’s offer for an impartial international inquiry into the recent Pahalgam attack. “Our Prime Minister publicly invited international scrutiny. Our hands are clean,” he asserted. He said that India has yet to share any findings with Pakistan or the global community.
Escalation and Ceasefire
Following the Pahalgam incident, tensions between the two nuclear-armed rivals escalated into a four-day military confrontation. Pakistan responded with “Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos,” targeting Indian military sites.
The standoff ended after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire via social media. While India disputed Trump’s role, Pakistan credited his efforts and formally nominated him for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize.
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