Ceasefire in Jammu

Israel has criticised remarks by Khawaja Asif, calling them “outrageous” and questioning Pakistan’s neutrality in regional diplomacy. Asif described Israel as “evil” and a “curse for humanity.” He also alleged civilians were being killed across Gaza, Iran and Lebanon. The row comes as Islamabad hosts United States–Iran ceasefire talks, with Gideon Sa’ar also condemning the remarks.

Israel has launched an offensive campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Overnight strikes targeted Hezbollah sites including weapons depots and infrastructure. At least 31 people were killed and 149 wounded in the attacks. The Israeli military stated the offensive is expected to last several days. This escalation follows recent rocket and drone attacks on Israeli territory.

In yet another ceasefire violation, Pakistani Rangers on Monday fired mortar shells on border outposts at several places in Jammu and Kashmir's Arnia sector, prompting retaliation by the BSF personnel guarding the international border.

Pakistani troops violated the ceasefire agreement along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday by firing at a forward Indian post in Arnia sector.

A Border Security Force (BSF) soldier was injured today as Pakistan yet again violated the Ceasefire in Jammu & Kashmir. The ceasefire violation took place between 7-7:30 AM today in Arnia and the BSF promptly retaliated.

The Pakistan army violated the ceasefire by resorting to unprovoked firing at Indian positions on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir, an official said on Wednesday.

The Centre today announced an end to the Ramzan Ceasefire in Jammu & Kashmir. The home ministry tweeted today saying the Centre has decided against extending the ceasefire. The ministry added that security operations against terrorists will now resume.

The unprovoked ceasefire violation was initiated by Pakistan at 11.30am by firing with small arms and intense shelling with mortars along the Line of Control (LoC) in Balakote sector.

Three border out posts (BOPs) of BSF were targeted in the firing.

Sitharaman, addressing a press conference on the occasion of the fourth anniversary of the NDA government, said the Army was given the right to adequately respond to any cross border attacks or unprovoked firing.

Reports say 20 BSF posts were targeted by Pak troops in Arnia and RS Pura sectors.

NEW DELHI: The BJP has indicated that the government might review its decision on the unilateral Ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir if Pakistan fails to control organisations like the Lashkar-e-Taiba, which have unleashed violence in this country

ISLAMABAD: A day after offering to "facilitate" a Ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf on Wednesday asked his countrymen to "remember the sacrifices" made by the people of Kashmir in their "struggle" for "self determination".

Citing trust deficit on the part of the central government, NSCN(IM) on Tuesday underlined the need for working out a “survival strategy” in the event of the failure of peace talks that has been on for over 25 years now without reaching a final settlement.

Suspected cadres of the underground Kuki Independent Army (KIA) reportedly overpowered a Suspension of Operation (SoO) designated camp in Manipur's Churachandpur district bordering Myanmar, and looted 25 sophisticated guns from there on Saturday night, police said.

LONDON: Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Tuesday gave a cold response to the Hurriyat Conference's call for a "comprehensive" Ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir saying it was upto the militant outfits to decide.

The latest annual report of the ministry of external affairs said that the military standoff with China that started in eastern Ladakh in April 2020 has still not been fully resolved and India officially continues to maintain that ties won't become normal till the time troop disengagement is completed in the area.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday sought preparation of “contingency evacuation plans” for Indians stuck in violence-hit Sudan while taking into account the rapidly shifting security landscape and also the viability of options available. He was chairing a high-level meet through video-conferencing to review the situation, an official statement said.