Omar Abdullah Slams Pakistan’s ‘Neutral Probe’ Offer After Pahalgam Attack: “They Didn’t Even Admit It”
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah fiercely criticized Pakistan’s call for a “neutral” investigation into the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, accusing Islamabad of initially denying the incident altogether.
“They didn’t even acknowledge at first that anything had happened in Pahalgam. Instead, they were quick to blame India,” Omar said at a press conference in Srinagar on Saturday. “Now, when those who first pointed fingers at us offer statements, there’s little left to say.”
The attack, which killed 26 civilians, has sharply escalated tensions between India and Pakistan. In retaliation, New Delhi has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, closed the Attari Integrated Check Post, and revoked the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme for Pakistani nationals.
Meanwhile, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, speaking at a military academy event, reiterated Pakistan’s willingness to participate in a “neutral, transparent, and credible” investigation. He criticized the “perpetual blame game” and urged for it to end.
However, Indian investigations point directly to Pakistan-based terror groups. The Resistance Front (TRF), a known proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack. Authorities have identified Adil Ahmed Thoker, who reportedly received military training in Pakistan, as a key suspect.
Adding to the strain, Pakistani forces resumed unprovoked firing across the Line of Control for a second consecutive night, prompting strong retaliatory action from Indian troops.
The situation remains tense as both nations brace for possible further escalations.
