1 week Ago
The Prime Minister’s stance offering openness to a neutral and transparent probe into the Pahalgam attack must be seen as another clear marker of Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace. It is a familiar pattern—whenever there is an upcoming election in India or an internal political crisis looming, the Indian establishment fans tensions with Pakistan. History, regrettably, keeps repeating itself, and every careful step taken towards peace is dragged back to square one by these calculated provocations.
The Prime Minister’s response is thus not just the right one—it is the only responsible position to take. Pakistan, yet again, has demonstrated that it seeks dialogue over discord, accountability over accusations, and calm over chaos. Meanwhile, the international community, though often cautious to call out India too directly, is no stranger to the reality that Prime Minister Modi’s government thrives on majoritarian extremism.
The world has not forgotten Gujarat, nor the systemic marginalisation of minorities that has only worsened under Modi’s tenure. Leghari terms India’s Indus Water Treaty suspension statement childish, illegal We perceive that even as some corners of the global media tread carefully around India’s narrative, their reluctance to endorse it uncritically speaks volumes about India’s credibility deficit. Pakistan’s maturity in the face of provocation only sharpens this contrast.
Credit is also due to the Pakistani public, whose sharp humour and irreverent wit in the digital space have helped deflate tension and prevent an unchecked spiral of hyper-nationalistic frenzy. In a climate where social media narratives can dangerously escalate real-world hostilities, the ability to laugh at the absurdities of the situation becomes a form of civic wisdom. We hope that this collective maturity—both from the government and the people—continues to guide Pakistan’s approach in the uncertain days ahead.
A steady hand, after all, is the most potent reply to manufactured storms. Tags: staying.
