Pakistan indirectly acknowledged targeting India’s assistance to Afghanistan and causing harm primarily to women and children during air attacks in Ramadan. India’s Permanent Representative, without naming Pakistan, criticized the air strikes and cross-border terrorism at the Security Council. Pakistan’s Representative, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, inadvertently confirmed the criticism was aimed at his country, including the destruction of India’s aid to Afghanistan.
India expressed concern over the impact of Pakistan’s actions on its significant investments in Afghanistan. Despite not directly naming Pakistan, India’s Representative highlighted the repercussions of the air attacks during Ramadan, emphasizing the loss of innocent lives, particularly women and children. Harish, India’s Representative, urged international cooperation to combat terrorism effectively, mentioning specific terrorist groups and their affiliates.
Harish detailed India’s substantial aid to Afghanistan, spanning various sectors like food, medicine, education, and women’s empowerment. He underscored India’s contributions, including sending wheat, medicines, vaccines, and supporting scholarships for Afghan women. In response, Ahmad distorted India’s humanitarian efforts, implying they were aiding terrorist activities in Afghanistan.
India reiterated its commitment to assisting the Afghan people, emphasizing that its contributions are well-known internationally. Harish also praised the Afghan Cricket Team for their performance in the World Cup, expressing pride in supporting Afghanistan amidst their challenges. Pakistan’s response indirectly admitted to undermining India’s humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan.
