Former Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently imprisoned in Adiala Jail, has strongly condemned (issued an important Imran Khan’s Pehlgam Statement) the loss of human lives in the Pahlgam incident, calling it “deeply disturbing and tragic.”
During a discussion with his lawyers on April 29, 2025, Khan expressed his condolences to the victims’ families while accusing India’s Modi government of shifting blame onto Pakistan instead of conducting a fair investigation.
Pahlgam Incident: A Repeat of False Flag Operations?
Khan recalled the 2019 Pulwama attack, where Pakistan had offered full cooperation to India, but no concrete evidence was provided to support India’s accusations.
He warned that history is repeating itself with the Pahlgam incident, where India is again blaming Pakistan without proof.
“Instead of introspection and investigation, Modi Sarkar is again placing the blame on Pakistan,” Khan stated.
He emphasized that India, with its 1.5 billion people, must act responsibly rather than escalating tensions in a region already known as a “nuclear flashpoint.”
Pakistan’s Stance: Peaceful but Strong:
While reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to peace, Khan made it clear that “peace should not be mistaken for cowardice.”
He reminded India of Pakistan’s strong response in 2019, asserting that the country is fully capable of defending itself against any aggression.
“My government, backed by the whole nation, gave a befitting response to India in 2019. Pakistan will do the same if provoked again,” he declared.
Kashmir’s Right to Self-Determination:
Khan reiterated his long-standing position on Kashmir, stressing that the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination, as guaranteed by UN resolutions, must be honored.
He accused India’s RSS-led government of being a threat to regional and global peace, citing increased oppression in Kashmir after the illegal revocation of Article 370.
“The Kashmiri people’s struggle for freedom has only intensified under India’s brutal policies,” he said.
Pakistan’s Internal Unity vs. External Threats
Khan criticized Pakistan’s current “illegitimate government”, claiming it was imposed through fraudulent elections (Form-47).
Despite political divisions, he noted that Modi’s aggression has united Pakistanis against Indian hostility.
However, he warned that internal political victimization is weakening national unity at a time when solidarity is crucial against external threats.
“To win a war against an external enemy, the nation must first be united. Polarization and political vendettas only weaken our defense,” Khan emphasized.
Silence of Pakistani Leaders: A Betrayal?
Taking a sharp dig at Nawaz Sharif and Asif Zardari, Khan accused them of remaining silent on India’s aggression due to their foreign business interests.
“They will never speak against India because their illegal wealth is stashed abroad. They fear Indian lobbies might freeze their assets if they take a stand,” he alleged.
Conclusion: A Call for Unity and Strength
Imran Khan’s message is clear: Pakistan must stay united, reject internal divisions, and stand firm against external threats. While advocating for peace, he warned India that Pakistan is fully prepared to defend itself.