Act of War
Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has issued a stern warning to India, cautioning that any attempt to block Pakistan’s water supply would have grave repercussions, including the possibility of war.
Speaking during an interview with BBC, Bilawal emphasized that the Modi-led Indian government must understand the severe consequences of such a move.
“If India blocks our water, war will be inevitable,” Bilawal said, reiterating Pakistan’s firm stance on preserving its water rights under international agreements. His remarks reflect the growing concerns in Islamabad over India’s actions and statements regarding river waters shared by the two nations under the Indus Waters Treaty.
Bilawal underscored that Pakistan’s position on matters of regional and global concern, including counterterrorism and compliance with international regulations, is not only firm but also acknowledged by key global powers. Highlighting Pakistan’s efforts in combatting extremism, the former foreign minister said, “The U.S. is well aware of how we deal with terrorist groups.” He pointed out that American officials have directly observed Pakistan’s operations and actions against all forms of militancy and extremism.
Further stressing Pakistan’s commitment to international standards, Bilawal noted that the country has successfully completed the entire Financial Action Task Force (FATF) process, meeting the global watchdog’s requirements on anti-money laundering and counterterrorism financing. This, he said, reflects Pakistan’s genuine efforts to align with the global rules-based order.
Earlier, during a diplomatic engagement in London, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari called upon the United Kingdom to continue its constructive role in de-escalating tensions between Pakistan and India.
While meeting with Hamish Falconer, the UK’s Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, Bilawal led a high-level parliamentary delegation to discuss regional security and growing concerns over India’s recent military provocations.
In the meeting, Bilawal commended the UK for advocating restraint and diplomacy. He praised British efforts and public statements encouraging dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes between South Asia’s nuclear-armed neighbors.
Bilawal stressed that the UK, given its historical ties to the region and its role in international diplomacy, could serve as an important bridge in fostering peace and encouraging bilateral talks between Islamabad and New Delhi.
