Sherry condemns Indian Army Chief’s anti-Pakistan remarks

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 17th May, 2026) Vice President of Pakistan Peoples Party Senator Sherry Rehman on Sunday strongly condemned “hostile and provocative remarks” made by the Indian Army Chief against Pakistan, warning that such statements pose a serious threat to regional peace and stability.

In a statement, Sherry Rehman said Pakistan’s consistent diplomatic, political and defence achievements on the global stage had left India increasingly “frustrated and unsettled.”

She said that the international community now acknowledges Pakistan as a responsible, dignified and significant nuclear power.

The PPP leader said that major world powers were actively engaging with Pakistan on matters relating to regional peace, conflict resolution and diplomatic progress.

Criticizing India’s “war-driven mindset,” she said that New Delhi often initiates aggressive actions and later turns to the international community for de-escalation.

Sherry Rehman said voices advocating peace and dialogue were also emerging from within India, including former military officials, RSS-linked circles and groups from Kashmir.

She said that the Indian public was already facing inflation and economic hardships amid the impact of ongoing global conflicts.

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Sherry Rehman urged the government of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to respect the aspirations of its people for peace instead of pursuing confrontational policies.

Referring to previous tensions between the two countries, Sherry Rehman said Pakistan had effectively demonstrated its defensive capabilities during “Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos,” saying g that Indian aircraft were brought down during the confrontation.

She further said former US President Donald Trump had acknowledged Pakistan’s air superiority on multiple occasions.

The Senator reaffirmed that Pakistan would never compromise on its sovereignty or national defence, warning that any act of aggression would be met with a “strong and befitting response” from Pakistan’s armed forces and its people.

She emphasized that South Asia could not afford further escalation and reiterated that Pakistan had consistently pursued a policy of peace, dialogue and regional stability.

Calling for lasting peace in the region, she said sustainable development and prosperity in South Asia could only be achieved through equality, mutual respect and meaningful dialogue.