Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has warned of a possible Indian military strike within the next 24 to 36 hours, citing what he described as “credible intelligence” in the wake of a deadly attack on tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir.
Speaking to journalists late on Tuesday evening, Tarar alleged that India is seeking to use the recent assault in the Pehalgam region — which reportedly left 26 tourists dead — as a pretext for launching a military operation against Pakistan.
According to Pakistani daily Dawn, the minister claimed that Indian authorities have levelled “baseless and fabricated” accusations against Pakistan regarding the incident. He suggested these charges are being used to justify a planned military response.
His remarks came shortly after reports emerged that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during an emergency meeting, granted the country’s armed forces “full operational freedom” to respond to last week's attack in Kashmir.
Tarar condemned what he described as India’s “reckless and unilateral behaviour,” asserting that New Delhi is playing both judge and executioner in the region. He warned that such actions, allegedly motivated by domestic political considerations, could destabilise the entire region.
“Pakistan firmly rejects India’s self-appointed role as judge and executioner in regional affairs,” Tarar said, adding that his country remains fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity at all costs.
The minister also issued an appeal to the international community to remain vigilant regarding India’s alleged aggressive intentions, warning that any conflict would be “entirely India’s responsibility.”
