Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, the leader of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), issued a strong warning to India on Friday, stating that if India were to stop the flow of river water, blood would be shed. This statement comes in response to India’s decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) following a terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
Speaking at a public rally in Sukkur, Sindh province, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari asserted Pakistan’s ownership of the Indus River, stating, “The Indus is ours and will remain ours – either our water will flow through it, or their blood.” This statement reflects the seriousness of the situation and the potential for escalation between the two countries.
The Indus Waters Treaty, signed in 1960, governs the sharing of water resources between India and Pakistan. India’s decision to suspend the treaty has raised tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. In response, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari’s strong words highlight the importance of water resources in the region and the potential consequences of any disruptions to the flow of water.
The threat of bloodshed in the rivers of the region underscores the gravity of the situation and the need for diplomatic solutions to prevent further escalation. The international community will be closely watching developments between India and Pakistan as tensions continue to rise.
