Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a new high following Pakistan's Foreign Minister Hanif Abbasi's stark warnings about nuclear retaliation and missile strikes if India moves forward with halting Pakistan’s water supply. Abbasi’s comments were in direct response to India's suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, a move prompted by the deadly cross-border terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, that killed 26 people on April 22, 2025.

In an open threat, Abbasi emphasized the military preparedness of Pakistan, stating that its missile stockpile, including Ghori, Shaheen, and Ghaznavi missiles, was specifically targeted at India. "If they stop the water supply to us, then they should be ready for a war," Abbasi said. He also warned that Pakistan's nuclear weapons, which are "strategically placed across the country," are "only for India." His statement highlights the escalation in rhetoric and preparedness between the two nuclear-armed nations.

The backdrop to these remarks is the ongoing diplomatic fallout after India took decisive retaliatory measures following the terror attack. India not only suspended the Indus Waters Treaty but also revoked all visas for Pakistani nationals, significantly downgrading diplomatic relations. Additionally, India closed the Attari border crossing, triggering a reciprocal response from Pakistan. In retaliation, Pakistan closed its airspace to Indian flights, disrupting Indian aviation operations and leading to significant economic losses. Abbasi mocked India’s actions, suggesting that Indian airlines could go bankrupt if tensions continue.

Abbasi’s comments also criticized India for shifting blame to Pakistan for the Pahalgam attack, claiming that India failed to acknowledge its own security failures. The remarks came shortly after Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif made controversial statements admitting that Pakistan had supported and trained terror groups in the past, though he blamed Western powers, including the US and Britain, for this involvement. Asif also suggested that the Pahalgam attack was part of an Indian conspiracy to create a regional crisis aimed at Pakistan, specifically accusing India of staging the attack to provoke tensions.

In addition to the war of words, Pakistan has also prepared for any economic consequences, with Abbasi stating that the country is "ready to face any economic actions" from India, including trade suspensions and sanctions. Pakistan has been under pressure due to international condemnation of the terror attack, and Abbasi’s comments reflect a growing sense of defiance as diplomatic relations between the two countries continue to deteriorate.

The situation remains highly volatile, and both India and Pakistan are bracing for further escalation, especially concerning the water dispute and the broader regional security environment. Global leaders have urged restraint, but the ongoing crisis shows no signs of abating, and tensions are likely to continue as both nations navigate the complex dynamics of nuclear deterrence, regional security, and international diplomacy.

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