Pakistan Demands Neutral Probe into Kashmir Attack Amid Rising Tensions

Pakistan has called for a “neutral” investigation into Tuesday’s attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 25 Indians and one Nepali tourist, while denying involvement, Al Jazeera reported. Indian authorities identified two of three attackers as Pakistani, although Pakistan denies any involvement.

Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi stated on Saturday: “Pakistan is fully prepared to cooperate with neutral investigators to uncover the truth,” emphasizing Islamabad’s commitment to peace but vowing to protect sovereignty. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif criticized the “perpetual blame game” between the nations.

Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged to pursue the attackers “to the ends of the earth,” warning of unprecedented punishment. Cross-border firing has erupted for two consecutive days along the de facto frontier, escalating tensions.

Indian politicians are increasingly demanding military retaliation, while global observers warn of heightened risks in one of the world’s most militarized regions. The attack occurred in Pahalgam, a popular tourist area in Kashmir, where security forces continue search operations. Indian and Pakistani troops have exchanged fire across their de facto border for a second straight day ever since the tragedy.