Pakistan's defence minister, Khawaja Asif, has threatened war against India over water security, as the country faces a severe water crisis and widespread domestic instability.
The statement comes as the Pakistan government struggles to manage its water resources, with a severe water shortage impacting nearly one-third of its population, particularly in Sindh and Balochistan provinces.
Asif claimed that military action would be considered if Islamabad found evidence that India was acting at an 'alarming speed' to disrupt water supplies, but failed to provide concrete evidence to back up his claims.
India has been firm on the suspension of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty, citing Pakistan's failure to dismantle its cross-border terror infrastructure.
Pakistan's internal failure to manage water resources is evident, with a failing infrastructure and severe water shortages reported in various provinces.
