The impact of the Pahalgam terror attack is now clearly visible in Pakistan’s Parliament, where fear of an Indian retaliation is being openly discussed. Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has acknowledged that India is seriously considering aggressive military action in response to the attack.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reached out to Indian and Pakistani leaders following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, sparking contrasting responses from both nations.

Pakistan's statement came hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the top defence brass that the armed forces have "complete operational freedom" to decide on the mode, targets and timing of India's response to the Pahalgam terror attack.