ISLAMABAD: The Kashmiris’ struggle for freedom has changed India’s stance that has been trying to declare the endeavours a terrorist movement, said foreign affairs adviser Sartaj Aziz on Monday.
While talking to the media, Aziz said a majority of the population in occupied Kashmir does not want to side with India. “India holds occupied Kashmir on gunpoint.”
He added the Kashmir issue is essential for them and cannot be overlooked, which is why the Pakistani government will not hold talks with India without Kashmir being part of the deliberations.
“Pakistan will continue to provide political and diplomatic support to the Kashmiris’ struggle,” Aziz said.
Stance on Syed Salahuddin
While talking about Hizbul Mujahideen chief Syed Salahuddin, who has been recently declared a “global terrorist” by the United States, Aziz said the decision has not been made by the United Nations.
He added it was not necessary for Pakistan to agree with the US government’s decision.
Days after Salahuddin was declared a “global terrorist”, a five-member delegation led by US Senator John McCain visited Pakistan, where they met Aziz.
