Foreign Office Spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch categorically denied reports of an exchange of letters between Pakistan and India, stating that such claims are purely speculative and often propagated by Indian media without basis.
She said Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has expressed grave concerns over the ongoing conflicts in Palestine and Kashmir, emphasizing the urgent need for international intervention and resolution. These conflicts continue to draw significant attention from Pakistan's leadership.
Baloch stressed the importance of mutual trust and non-interference in each other's internal affairs as the foundation for stronger Pakistan-US relations. She urged the US Congress to focus on strengthening bilateral ties rather than interfering in Pakistan's domestic matters.
Baloch highlighted the successful 18th strategic dialogue between Pakistan and Sweden, held on June 26 marking a significant step in enhancing bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries.
The spokesperson criticized the recent resolution by the US House of Representatives as an unnecessary interference in Pakistan's internal affairs.
She noted, "Unfortunately, the US Congress passed the resolution without knowing the facts on the ground." Despite this, she reaffirmed that Pakistan maintains excellent bilateral relations with the United States, advocating for a policy of non-interference to sustain these relations.
Baloch reiterated Pakistan's concerns about the denial of democratic rights to people in Indian Occupied Kashmir, highlighting the continued human rights violations in the region.
She reported that the Foreign Minister participated in the D8 conference this week, where foreign ministers agreed on the necessity of an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The Deputy Prime Minister called for an unconditional ceasefire and the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces, underscoring Pakistan's commitment to advocating for human rights on the international stage.
FO spokeswoman reminded the international community of the massacre of 32 Kashmiris by Indian forces on June 11, 1991, noting that their families still await justice.
