Former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and senior diplomat Sardar Masood Khan has said that India, after facing defeat on the battlefield and in the war of narratives, now appears to be losing the diplomatic front as well.
In a recent television interview, Khan criticised Indian parliamentary delegations touring various countries to present New Delhi’s viewpoint on its escalating tensions with Pakistan. He claimed these delegations are spreading "a narrative of lies" and have largely failed to gain international traction, particularly in the United States and several Gulf countries.
"In contrast, Pakistan’s parliamentary delegation, led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, has presented a truthful and compelling narrative," he noted. “Pakistan doesn’t need to fabricate its position — the facts speak for themselves.”
Khan emphasised that Pakistan’s stance is being increasingly recognised by the international community as grounded in truth. He also pointed out India’s confrontational behaviour, including criticism of the U.S. government during visits by Indian lawmakers, saying such actions undermine India’s diplomatic efforts.
Addressing India’s attempts to push Pakistan back onto the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list, Khan said New Delhi lacks credible evidence. “If India has any proof of Pakistan supporting terrorism, it should present it. Meanwhile, Pakistan has undeniable evidence of India’s involvement in terrorist incidents within its borders,” he asserted, referencing attacks in Balochistan, including on a school bus in Khuzdar.
He stressed that while Pakistan had previously submitted evidence to FATF, strategic ties between India and the U.S. hindered its discussion. “This time, Pakistan must aggressively pursue the case and demand accountability for India’s actions,” he added.
Commenting on China’s move to establish an international arbitration centre in Hong Kong, Khan welcomed the opportunity to challenge India’s violations of the Indus Water Treaty. He revealed that Pakistan has already written to the Indus Water Commission, urging restoration of the treaty and resumption of negotiations.
Khan further recommended that Pakistan raise the issue at the UN Security Council and the International Court of Justice, highlighting that Indian water aggression has severely impacted Pakistan’s agriculture, industry, and livelihoods, affecting nearly 80% of its population.
He concluded that while India has historically taken unilateral steps assuming global acceptance, the current international response, especially following incidents like Pahalgam, suggests a shift. “This time, the world is asking questions, and India’s actions are under increased scrutiny by the global media,” Khan said.