Islamabad Turns to Ankara Amid Rising Diplomatic and Strategic Pressure from New Delhi
Islamabad, May 4 – In a bid to counter mounting international and regional pressure following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Pakistan has reached out to Turkey, seeking diplomatic support and external validation. The move comes after India adopted a hardline stance, accusing Pakistan of complicity in the incident that claimed multiple lives.
According to Pakistani media outlet Dawn, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held late-night talks on Saturday with Turkish Ambassador Dr. Irfan Neziroglu in Islamabad. During the conversation, Sharif denied any Pakistani involvement in the Pahalgam attack and requested an international investigation team, including Turkey, to examine the matter. The Pakistani leader emphasized that his country is prepared to cooperate fully in order to “bring the truth to light.”
India Responds with Strong Measures Post-Attack
India has taken a series of decisive steps following the Pahalgam incident, reflecting its zero-tolerance policy towards cross-border terrorism. The government has granted its armed forces unrestricted operational authority along the Line of Control and has unilaterally suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, a critical bilateral water-sharing agreement.
In addition, the Indian administration has expelled all Pakistani nationals residing within its borders and terminated diplomatic channels, postal services, and bilateral air travel. Trade relations have also been completely severed, creating further economic and political isolation for Pakistan.
Diplomatic Isolation Deepens for Pakistan
Pakistan’s appeal to Turkey marks a significant shift in its diplomatic outreach, as the country finds itself increasingly cornered on the global stage. Experts suggest that Islamabad’s move is part of a broader strategy to garner support from allies in the Islamic world in order to counter India’s growing global influence.
The Turkish envoy has not yet issued a public statement regarding the meeting, but diplomatic sources indicate that Ankara is evaluating the situation with caution. Meanwhile, India’s international allies have expressed solidarity with New Delhi, underscoring the global consensus against terrorism and cross-border militancy.
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