In a dramatic escalation following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar has issued a chilling warning to India, claiming that his government has received credible intelligence suggesting India may launch a military strike in the next 24 to 36 hours. This statement comes as tensions between the two nations escalate, with Pakistan warning India that any such aggression would have serious consequences.

The Pahalgam Terror Attack: A Major Tragedy

The Pahalgam attack, which targeted a group of innocent people in Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of 26 people, mostly tourists, with several others injured. The attack is considered one of the most significant in recent years, following the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, which granted special status to the region. In response, security forces have heightened their efforts to apprehend those responsible for the killings, with search operations underway in the area. The tourist town of Pahalgam, once a bustling attraction, now stands eerily deserted as security measures remain heightened.

Pakistan's Reaction: Panic and Threats of Retaliation

In an emergency statement, Minister Attaullah Tarar claimed that Pakistan's intelligence agencies had uncovered credible information suggesting that India was planning a retaliatory strike. The minister also expressed grave concerns over the possibility of Indian military action, emphasizing that Pakistan would respond decisively to any such aggression.

Tarar also accused India of making "baseless and concocted" allegations regarding Pakistan's involvement in the attack. He further stated that Pakistan had been a long-standing victim of terrorism and had consistently condemned terrorist activities, urging India to avoid a confrontational approach and to allow for an independent investigation into the attack.

India’s Response: Stepping Up Diplomatic and Military Pressure

On the Indian side, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed that those responsible for the attack would be tracked down and punished. Speaking to the nation's top defense officials, Modi assured that the Indian armed forces would have the freedom to decide the mode, targets, and timing of any military response. He also promised that India would pursue the perpetrators of the attack to the "ends of the earth." This statement signaled India's intent to ramp up its diplomatic offensive against Pakistan while keeping the military option on the table.

Prime Minister Modi’s remarks highlight India's resolve to take firm action against terrorism and terrorist-sponsored activities. Meanwhile, the Indian government has intensified efforts to bring international attention to Pakistan's alleged role in supporting cross-border terrorism, hoping to sway global opinion against Islamabad.

The Growing Military Fears in Pakistan: Resignations and Uncertainty

In the face of the looming threat of an Indian strike, Pakistan's military is reportedly in disarray. Sources claim that there has been an alarming surge in resignations within the Pakistani Armed Forces. According to a letter sent to Army Chief General Asim Munir, 1,450 soldiers and 250 officers have reportedly resigned in the last 72 hours. The resignations reportedly include troops from major military commands, such as the 12th Corps Quetta and Force Command Northern Areas.

The total number of military personnel resigning since the Pahalgam attack is reported to be around 5,000, raising concerns about morale and discipline within the Pakistani army. These developments come at a time when fears of a military confrontation with India are at an all-time high, further complicating Pakistan's internal stability.

The International Dimension: A Call for Global Vigilance

Pakistan has called on the international community to remain vigilant about the potential for military escalation in the region. In a statement issued by the Pakistani government, officials warned that India’s military adventurism would be met with a "decisive" response, and that the onus of escalation would lie squarely with India. Pakistan has repeatedly urged that both countries should work together to find peaceful resolutions to their differences, emphasizing that war and military escalation would only result in uncontrollable consequences for the region.

Meanwhile, Pakistan has also proposed the creation of a neutral commission to investigate the Pahalgam terror attack, but the Indian government has rejected this proposal, suggesting that such offers are mere diversionary tactics and that Pakistan should focus on addressing its internal issues related to terrorism.

Conclusion: A Crisis Unfolding

As tensions continue to mount, the Pahalgam terror attack has not only shaken the region but also opened the door to further military escalation between India and Pakistan. With both nations on high alert, the coming days could determine the trajectory of peace or conflict in the South Asian subcontinent.

The international community watches closely, hoping that both sides can de-escalate the situation before it spirals into full-scale war. As for Pakistan, the growing military resignations and political instability, coupled with the constant threat of an Indian strike, suggest that the crisis is far from over.

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