India Condemns Pakistan's Airstrikes on Afghanistan, Urges Pragmatic Engagement with Taliban

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India's ambassador to the UN, Parvathaneni Harish, expressed strong condemnation over Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghanistan, which resulted in the death of innocent women and children. Addressing the UN Security Council meeting on Wednesday, Harish emphasized the need for a pragmatic engagement with the Taliban to break the cycle of punitive measures. India has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Afghanistan's development needs and has upgraded its diplomatic presence in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy. The move underscores India's resolve to contribute to Afghanistan's comprehensive development, humanitarian assistance, and capacity-building initiatives. Harish also echoed the concerns of the UNAMA over Pakistan's airstrikes and condemned the killings. He described the practice of 'trade and transit terrorism' as a blatant violation of WTO norms and international law. India has consistently supported efforts for peace and stability in Afghanistan and has urged the international community to uphold the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of the war-torn nation. The recent clashes between Taliban and Pakistani forces have raised concerns over the fragile ceasefire along the tense border. India has been working closely with Afghanistan to promote peace and stability in the region. The visit of Afghan foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to New Delhi in October marked a significant step towards strengthening India-Afghanistan relations. India has vowed to renew its development works in Afghanistan and has pledged to support the country's comprehensive development, humanitarian assistance, and capacity-building initiatives. The move reflects India's commitment to meeting the development needs of the Afghan people and promoting peace and stability in the region.