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Here are some recent news updates on India-Pakistan relations:

Recent Developments:

  1. Tensions escalate over Kashmir: India and Pakistan have been engaged in a bitter standoff over Kashmir, with both countries accusing each other of violating a ceasefire agreement. The situation has led to a significant increase in military deployments along the Line of Control (LoC).
  2. Pakistan's FATF greylisting: Pakistan has been placed on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist, which means it has been identified as a country that does not meet international standards for combating money laundering and terrorist financing. India has welcomed the move, saying it is a "diplomatic victory".
  3. India's decision to revoke Article 370: India's decision to revoke Article 370 of the Constitution, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir, has been met with strong opposition from Pakistan. Pakistan has called the move a "unilateral" and "illegal" attempt to change the status of Kashmir.
  4. Pakistan's decision to downgrade diplomatic ties: Pakistan has decided to downgrade its diplomatic ties with India, including the expulsion of the Indian High Commissioner and the suspension of trade and commerce.

Recent Statements:

  1. Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar: "Pakistan's actions are a threat to regional peace and stability. We will not be deterred by their aggression."
  2. Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi: "India's actions in Kashmir are a violation of international law. We will continue to support the people of Kashmir in their struggle for freedom."
  3. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi: "We will not compromise on national security. We will take all necessary measures to protect our citizens and our territory."
  4. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan: "We will not back down from our commitment to the people of Kashmir. We will continue to fight for their rights and freedoms."

Recent Incidents:

  1. Ceasefire violations: There have been several ceasefire violations along the LoC in recent weeks, with both sides accusing each other of firing first.
  2. Cross-border firing: There have been reports of cross-border firing in the Rajouri sector of Jammu and Kashmir, with Pakistan claiming that Indian troops had fired first.
  3. Pakistani drone spotted: A Pakistani drone was spotted in the Poonch sector of Jammu and Kashmir, leading to concerns about the potential use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for terrorist activities.

International Reaction:

  1. United States: The US has called for restraint and dialogue between India and Pakistan, urging both sides to avoid escalation.
  2. China: China has expressed support for Pakistan's position on Kashmir, calling for a peaceful resolution to the dispute.
  3. European Union: The EU has called for a peaceful resolution to the Kashmir dispute, urging both sides to respect international law and human rights.

These are just some of the recent developments and statements related to India-Pakistan relations. The situation remains tense, with both sides engaged in a bitter standoff over Kashmir.