Pakistan faced an embarrassing diplomatic debacle at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) as its attempt to corner India on the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and so-called border escalation ended in total failure. The closed-door UNSC meeting, requested by Pakistan, ended without a statement or resolution—a resounding silence that exposed Islamabad’s global isolation.
UNSC Confronts Pakistan on Lashkar Link to Pahalgam Terror Attack
Instead of buying Pakistan’s tired narrative, UNSC members demanded accountability for the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that claimed the lives of 26 Hindu tourists. The perpetrators, members of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), a UN-designated terror group supported by Pakistan, left behind a trail of horror.
Pakistan’s permanent representative, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, attempted to deflect criticism by crying escalation and aggression by India. However, multiple UNSC members turned the tables, pressing Pakistan to first acknowledge whether LeT was involved—a question the Pakistani side failed to answer.
Missile Tests and Nuclear Threats Backfire
As Islamabad tried to accuse India of aggression, UNSC members cited Pakistan’s own recent military provocations. They pointed to its surface-to-surface missile tests, force deployments, and reckless nuclear rhetoric as destabilizing actions.
The UNSC clearly saw through the charade. One by one, members raised concerns about the regional impact of Pakistan’s belligerence, asserting that it was not India but Pakistan that had escalated tensions.
Indus Treaty Suspension and Water Crisis Add Pressure
India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam attack added to Pakistan’s discomfort. The move, viewed in Delhi as a lawful and proportionate response to terror, is already causing a ripple effect. Dawn News reported a dramatic drop in water flows in the Chenab—from 35,000 to just 3,100 cusecs.
Chenab is vital to Pakistan’s agriculture. With water scarcity looming, Islamabad’s dependency on India’s goodwill becomes painfully apparent.
Airspace Isolation Begins: Lufthansa, Air France Avoid Pakistan
As India shut its skies to all Pakistani-registered and operated aircraft till May 23, even foreign players started distancing themselves. Lufthansa, the German aviation giant, suspended operations over Pakistan. Air France is also reportedly considering rerouting.
This move further tightens the noose diplomatically and economically, sending a strong signal that global powers support India’s firm stance post-Pahalgam.
Bilateral Resolution Urged, But Islamabad’s Rants Continue
Despite Pakistan’s desperate effort to internationalize the issue, UNSC members insisted the matter be resolved bilaterally. They rejected the false flag narrative and instead asked direct questions about Lashkar-e-Taiba’s involvement in the Pahalgam attack. Moreover, several members affirmed India’s right to pursue those responsible for the terror strike, recognizing the need for accountability and justice.
India’s position remained consistent: zero tolerance for terror, no compromise on national security, and full military freedom to respond to threats.