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KARACHI: Supreme militant commander of the Hizbul Mujahideen Syed Salahuddin urged Pakistan on Sunday to find a peaceful solution to the ongoing violence in India-held Kashmir.
If a peaceful solution is not reached then Pakistan should consider cutting off diplomatic ties with India over the killing of Burhan Muzaffar Wani in Kashmir.
Speaking during a press conference at the Jamaat-i-Islami’s (JI) headquarters, Idara Noor-i-Haq, here Salahuddin, who is also the head of the Muttahida Jihad Council, said that the young commander’s killing gave “new meaning to the struggle for India-held Kashmir”.
Salahuddin spoke for the entire duration of the one-hour press conference, with members of the JI, including its Karachi emir Naeem-ur-Rahman, sitting next to him. The reporters were informed that Salahuddin had come on a short visit to Karachi from Muzaffarabad to “especially speak to the media”.
Reading from a piece of paper, Salahuddin said:“Today marks the 30th day of curfew in India-held Kashmir. The violence has claimed 65 lives so far and around 125 people are injured through the pellet guns used by the Indian troops.”
He said Pakistan was “morally bound” to help the Kashmiris at this time.
Pointing out the United Nations Security Council resolution on the accession of Kashmir, he said there were so far “18 such resolutions tabled by the UN on Kashmir which have been ignored by the international community”.
He added: “Any resistance by the Kashmiris in the face of the extreme violence perpetrated by the Indian troops will end up being the responsibility of the international community besides India.”
In light of the current discord in relations between India and Pakistan due to the wave of violence exacerbated by the killing of Wani in Kashmir, Salahuddin said that calling back ambassadors from India is the “best solution at the moment.”
The diplomatic relations between the two neighbouring countries turned bitter recently when Indian home minister Rajnath Singh left a South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (Saarc) meeting amid a spat with his Pakistani counterpart, Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan. During the meeting, the Indian home minister accused Pakistan of sponsoring terrorism which led Nisar to snub him during the luncheon thrown for the Saarc members.
Speaking about the recent turn of events, Salahuddin said he had “advised the government to not participate in the Saarc meeting; yet the government went ahead with it”.
However, he appreciated the protests in India and discussion on the Kashmir issue in Indian parliament. Specifically mentioning international writer Arundhati Roy, he said: “It is good to know that there are people, such as Arundhati Roy sahiba, who question the motives of their own state as well.”
Answering a question after the press conference was over, he said that Pakistan’s policy towards Kashmir “remains inconsistent” which gave strength to the Indian troops in the valley. Despite the “indecisiveness on Pakistan’s part”, he added that the Kashmiris were getting ready for “a decisive moment to take matters in their own hands. With the increasing violence, many Kashmiris believe that armed resistance is the only way to move through the chaos.”
Karachi emir of the JI Naeem-ur-Rahman said that Aug 15 would be commemorated as a ‘black day’ in which rallies would be taken out from Muzaffarabad to Chakothi, near the Wagah border crossing in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad.
Published in Dawn, August 8th, 2016
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And that is the only way . Like hundreds of thousands died to create Pakistan , Kashmir needs sacrifice !
"With the increasing violence, many Kashmiris believe that armed resistance is the only way to move through the chaos.” Show me a single example from the recent history about the success the armed resistance other than making things worse. "Peaceful solution" is the only solution.
You are totally wrong Mr. Salauddin.
No one in India gives any importance to Arundhati Roy. The Indian government is the only authority of Kashmir talk.
The world is watching. India will have more support.
@Desi Dimag , The natives of jammu and kashmir are solely privilage holder to talk and use authority about the affairs of its citizens . Outsiders are interferers which get them stand in category of trespassers . India has no legality about discussing the occupied land's discourse or any redressing initiatives. Same apply to you , an outsider does have no rights to talk about the functionality of others land.
The international community he is talking about has banned his organization so they don't really care! Moreover someone should tell him that UNTIL has removed Kashmir from the disputed list in 2010 so they don't care! And last he should also know Simla agreement has precedence over UN!
God willing, Kashmiris will get freedom!!!
@Desi Dimag , indeed world is watching the atrocities of Indian on innocent people of Jammu and kashmir civilians. The support diminishes and India is getting exposed for each day passing.
Pakistan and all likeminded nations of the world should move the ambassadors of all 5 permanent members of the UN security council to honor the outstanding UN resolutions on Kashmir for one speedy and peaceful settlement of the issue to avoid any armed confrontation which would destabilize the regional peace and security...
While for his own children, he seeks Indian officials assistance to admit them to medical schools .... Pity those who fall for this ... At the end of the day ... The Kashmiris just don't have match in numbers or weapons .. And Nor do their patrons across the LoC.. So just need a little common sense to see how will this end ..
His son was saved by Indian security forces back in January when a building was attacked by militants. And this is the gratitude he shows!
How can violence lead to anything fruitful? I dont understand.
@SG , The hideous and concealed operations are numerous that is being carried by india on daily basis to compliant with their policy. The same was a show off though the act was actually of security forces of india. Thank God that he is safe.
If they want to destroy themselves they should take up arms. Armed conflict has never won in such a small region. Its for them to understand, controlling 4-5 towns is not a big deal for anybody.
@Khan Very easy to say that in the comfort of your room that violence is the only way.
@Khan USA "And that is the only way . Like hundreds of thousands died to create Pakistan , Kashmir needs sacrifice !"
Wrong sir, Today India is not India of 1947 when liberals like Gandhi and Nehru had a huge say. Also, today no nation dictates to India. So please rethink about the strategy.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir if they r innocent thet should hv been in home when few anti national elements are protesting elimination of a terrorist....more elimination to follow....if civilians keep coming on stree they hv to bear
@Ahmed bin Babar Unfortunately there are no like-minded countries.
Thanks to the behaviour of Nisar, while nobody would've cared what Rajnath spoke at SAARC, now the entire world, Pakistan included, knows what he spoke. Just google "text of Rajnath, speech at SAARC".
Meaningful dialogue is the only way
There is no evidence that the majority of Kashmiris believe armed resistance is the only way. Just the opposite is probably the fact.
No Kashmiris don't. Don't cause more loss of life unnecessarily.
"Justice Delayed is Justice Denied"...IF UN is reamins the guradian of interest of Super 5, then the only solution is in the battleground......
@Persecuted indian occupied Kashmiri { Republic of Jammu and kashmir }
Sir J&K has an democratic elected government. They were elected by J&K masses. They have every right to speak for its people .
International media, foreign Govts, even OIC decided not to intervene in Indias internal matters. The reason is clear India is a secular democracy with 2nd largest muslim population.
Pelting stones is no solution. Kashmiris will never supports terrorism .
here is peaceful resolution to kashmir - declare kashmir a independent country in which indians & pakisthanis have free access - war is not a permanent solution, it destroys both india and pakisthan
@SG just leave his land...
@Saurabh if the patrons across the loc had any commonsense we would not have had this problem.
Very well said. I totally support your following comment.
@Desi Dimag , The natives of jammu and kashmir are solely privilage holder to talk and use authority about the affairs of its citizens . Outsiders are interferers which get them stand in category of trespassers . India has no legality about discussing the occupied land's discourse or any redressing initiatives. Same apply to you , an outsider does have no rights to talk about the functionality of others land.
@majid Absolutely right!
@Saurabh , Kashmir Generates lot of income through natural resources that including mineral , Apple industry, above all 75 percent electricity that our country, jammu and kashmir supplys to India. There is no oblige from india or indian authority at any citizen of Jammu and kashmir . Rather, you are being obliged by us by being using our resource that you get on minimal charges. The subject person in also citizen of Republic of jammu and kashmir, therefore, his off springs are being paid from exchequer through the entitlement as a citizen of dominion of jammu and kashmir as i do.
@Khan USA And Yu are sacrificing your life in USA why don't Yu come back and fight for them
@Manish Sanghvi , Sorry, it is not anti nation forces but resistance of the citizens of Jammu and kashmir who are defending their land and culture from the occupation of Indian forces. Let me tell you one things, it is actually, other way round. The elimination of occupying forces have begun and will be accomplished in few weeks time. ##### J&KExit####
@SK ,Sir, the voting was done in consideration of availing basic amenities that was deprived for the citizens of Jammu and kashmir by indians. The voting , however, was not that above par but the sold media of india by showing hyperbola about the election results. The same has been verified by lately processions.
Please read the article published in Dawn to have a reality check: http://www.dawn.com/news/1275689/road-to-nowhere
@Sarfaraz, Aligarh fully agree with your views.Violençe & terrorism has no place in largest democracy. The sooner everyone understand better for everyone.
What are you waiting for?
@Sushma, Qayamat tak , That is called the effect of india media reporting who keep innocent people of their country always away from reality. There is full support and views on occupied jammu and kashmir by indian and the the genocide done by your forces. if this thinking and assumption gives you solace from haunting fact, be it so . The reality is that all the countries are watching you and your activities in occupied land. get the fact right and learn to speak it.
@Khan USA Dont you think its very hypocritical of you to sit in the US and ask people in Pakistan to sacrifice themselves. Stop being a keyboard warrior and get involved yourself instead of asking others in Pakistan to do more.
@Sushma, Qayamat tak Agree with your views. Violence is not the solution.Those who spread violence & terrorism must be dealt with iron fists.
@SG Don't expect gratitude from such people as their hatred is deep rooted in their psyche. They will only destroy others and themselves in their quest for vengeance because they lead sad and miserable lives.
Its so sad that some people feel so helpless that they believe armed resistance is the only way. It might have worked in the distant past when their oppressors had swords and spears. But now when the army has howitzers and aircraft that can wipe out thousands in a few hours all an armed struggle will do is give the army more incentive to come down even more heavily on the protesters.
@Jayesh Palakkavil Bhaskarakurup Kashmir is an integral part of India. There is no other solution.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir , your country is Pakistan. Jammu & Kashmir is Indian state. People like you should go Pakistan. Jammu and Kashmir is the land of peace loving Muslim, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist of Jammu & Kashmir.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir in your dreams it becomes republic not in reality...
Whats going on.. why people who teach HATRED are going up and common public just listen to them.. Every religion just want PEACE but some people want POWER and hence they teach HATRED... and this will never stop as we are afraid on the name of Religion.. right...
These people use other's children as canon fodder. Their own children, especially those of Kashmiri Separatist leaders are well off in life, in New Delhi, Rawalpindi, London etc. Only fools can fail to see who is paying the price for this so called freedom struggle.
@Ravi well said Ravi
well said.reverse is also possible.
Kindly answer will you or your family members will fight or you will "encourage" people to die for the cause. The "token hunger strike of 12 hours" from Yaseen Malik's wife said this all.
@Ravi , Our country is Jammu and kashmir and it will remain so. It is your fantasy that force you to think and ordain illogical stuff. We Jammu and kashmiri citizens are exclusively the bearer of the rights to decide our operational procedures. The outsiders, including our neighbour, indians should avoid such kind of childish statements. I do agree that Jammu and kasmir is country for all Muslims , Sikhs and Bhudhist and hindues but for those who are holding domicile of republic of jammu and kashmir.
‘Kashmiris believe armed resistance is the only way’ yes it is bitter but true
@Sehan yes bring it on. We are more than ready.
@Sauheen hats off.
@Persecuted indian occupied Kashmiri { Republic of Jammu and kashmir } So Pakistanis are also outsider for Azad Kashmir. What do you say. Why are they interfering in their affairs.
I am surprised to see people like Syed Salahuddin and Hafiz Saeed issuing statements as if they are foreign minister of Pakistan.
Such people unabated are dangerous for Pakistan's own future.
He should have advised Pakistan to take care of its internal security before meddling into internal affairs of neighboring country.
@Jayesh Palakkavil Bhaskarakurup - You make sense.
@Desi Dimag Absolutely right..,
For those who are saying that "WORLD IS WATCHING" and it will help further more to India. I just want to see why world is not watching what's happening in Kashmir? Why? According to UN manifesto any freedom fight will not be labeled as terror activity. So why Kashmiri's don't have right to fight for their independence a free Kashmir is the only solution to this matter. A solution without a war is the ideal thing but that's not looking to be happen.
War or armed resistance of any kind is not a solution to any issue, moreover neither Pakistan nor India can afford any misadventure, we have seen what war has given to Syria, Iraq millions have died, women & children left in destitute. I reiterate that only meaningful dialogue is the solution for
Kashmir issue,
Kashmir has already decided with whom it wants its future to be with. They fly their flags on the streets of IOK.
@Desi Dimag which world you have been talking about? the same who supported war crimes of USA, Israel, India, Saudi Arabia in Palestine, Kashmir, Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Egypt, Lebanon, Yemen, Libya?
@Persecuted indian occupied Kashmiri { Republic of Jammu and kashmir } - Why this disturbance has been taking place in only 15% of Indian Kashmir? Do the Kasjhmiris in the rest of the 85% have any rights? Why does APHC not try to enforce a one hour shout down in Jammu or Ladaksh?
When in late 80s and early 90s, militant groups ethnically cleansed kashmir valley in a systematic manner, whole of india got raging angry. But such writers and pak government, or anyone in pakistan for that matter, did not care. But now pakistan has run out of supporters at the international level, you expect public in india to support you?
You can find solace in fact that self-righteous and publicity hogging page three non-celebrities like arundhati roy will voice their support for separatist groups. But that's not going to take you anywhere. As long as pakistan is supporting separatist groups in kashmir, indian government has nothing to worry about when it comes to international forums. Such is the image of pakistan at the international level.
Terrorism and violence can't be way to resolve kashmir conflict between india and pakistan. Both nation should come up for Dialogue.
@Muhammad Abdul Qudoos
Actually India has the legality on the basis of Instrument of Accession and Article 370 of Indian Constitution. But Pakistan has no such legal basis - it still creates trouble.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir Dear Kashmir resident there is no country in such name. It is part of India which Indian do want to separate from us. The fact is some people always want to fight, it started from centuries ago , only the stage is different. they want to fight either here or there. If we decides to separate Kashmir from India then they will fight for making Kashmir as two countries, fight will go on.. but we Indian have many other things to do.
@Zak people like you have turned pakistan what it is today, this morning you have lost 55 of your peace loving citizens in Baluchistan, open your eyes and see the reality . stop preaching violence.
Pakistan is more to blame than India for non-implementation of UN resolution. And also, these guys need to get a life.
@Ahmed bin Babar Who are those like minded nations? Dont think any one left. As we write, a bomb blast killed innocents in Quetta. God only knows what will make Pakistan to stand up against these people who love violence and killings, and made that as their way of life. The millions of peace loving people suffer because of these few crazy people.
Having banned terrorists parading the streets supporting the protests in Kashmir doesn't exactly enhance the image of your country. And I don't think it does anything to help the cause of the separatists. On the contrary it makes your country look bad.
@Zak, if you are in dream of Kashmiris joining Pakistan, pl wake up. Recent survey have shown only 2% of Kashmir valley (Not whole of J&K) are aligned to join Pakistan. Kashmiris want either freedom or status quo. If Pakistan is honest enough, why can't they declare AJK as an independent nation?
@Nick according to UN Kashmir is no longer a disputed area. In 2010 they removed it from disputed land. They said its India's internal matter.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir It doesn't cost anything to dream so please dream on. You know those dreams will remain dreams as India and Pakistan will never allow them to be turned into reality. .
You have tried armed resistance before and you have seen the outcome. If you haven't learnt any lessons, you are welcome to try it again.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir I hope before making such comments you did your research right. Because what my study says that 1st "Tehri Hydroelectric Power station's lake in Uttarakhand. With a capacity of 2.4 GW, the largest in India". 2nd "NTPC Ltd., Ramagundam in Telangana" and 3rd is Sabarmati Thermal Power Station, Gujarat.
@Anirban De What about your violence in Kashmir..?
@NK
Indian Constitution is for Indians not for Kashmiries
violence bring violence an peace bring peace so plase all for god sake support peace
I support his statement. Kashmiri want freedom from Indian occupation.
Armed resistance is the only way to go. Kashmiris should realize this by now. Not Pakistan or another country is going to support them like the way they deserve to be supported. India is not going to relinquish its control over the region on its own, Kasmiris must take control by force. For how long will they suffer this injustice?
While India is talking about Kashmir in Lok Sabha the killing of the inncent is still going on. These atrocities are going on for such a long time that the children born have become adults and they have seen murder and trouble. They donot have to radiclised because they are born with this.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir if you say anything it's gospel truth if someone says, it's conspiracy theory.
Yes it's time to decide once for all
Good. Keep it up and see how far it gets you.
Peace we want..war can bring no solutions..it will only bring death and destruction...poor will become more poor and rich will be more rich...for god sake stop this and become peace loving neighbors...accept the borders as actual borders and close all the issues...look at the future of our generations...there progress. May peace prevail...
‘Kashmiris believe armed resistance is the only way’ ?? But we didn't hear it from Kashmiris!
@Red Planet... so so true but it only works if the other party shows empathy...There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe nor politic nor popular, but he must take it because his conscience tells him it is right.A right to pursue freedom when delayed is a right of freedom denied
@Akbar Freedom from both India & Pakistan.
@Ahmed bin Babar Do you know what is the first step of the said UN resolution??? Read man, READ!!!
@Shiva : Well said Shiva.
These rehetorics don't help the Kashmiri cause. We can hear some voices in Kashmir in Indian parliament and among Indian media. It shows that Indians are prepared to differ from govt. policy and find solution to Kashmir. Whatever happened in past, let us move on and try to find solution as per present situation. Kashmiris on both sides should be allowed freely to have choice, most probably they will like to have an independent separate state. Let us have open mind on Kashmir issue from India and Pakistan instead of imposing their opinions on Kashmiris of both parts of Kashmir.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir Yes...the whole world is watching ...so ? What are they going to do ? Pass one more UN resolution ?
@Red Planet Ever studied a little something called the French Revolution?
Unfortunate that such individuals are openly promoting violence. If you promote violence, you should be ready for equal or more violence as well.
And how well has armed resistance worked so far?
We Kashmiri have a right, and WILL defend ourselves against the foreign occupier and the tyranny it wages on us.
@AHA well said.
@Moona Then why so many Kashmiris are in my town studying Engineering and MBA ?
@Umer How long will they suffer ?...till they shun violence ...simple!
We are happy with Colorful and powerful India. We don't need freedom, we need economic freedom. JAI HIND.....................
He is wrong and that is exactly what's wrong with Pak Kashmir policy. Violence breeds violence, not solution. Peaceful protest is the only way. It is a slow process but the right process.
Militancy is not the answer to freedom, if you kill Indian troops then you basically declare war on India and India has all the reason to fight back with all its might. However, if you keep doing peaceful protests on a daily basis then and only then the pressure will build on India.
Examples are Ghandhi, Mandela etc. but I guess one never learns from history...
It will only create a battlefield like Syria, endless violance, also not good for our country.
what can kashmiris do..........they cant live with pak...they cant live with india... they cant live independent......they cant fight for their rights either way..... In short they should do nothing...They are supposed to do nothing.... Hurts too much..
@Umer what injustice? Can you specify?
You know, his own survival is only that way..
@Khan USA kashmiris love democracy , 80% voted in 2016
@Abhay : Thanks Abhay. I read it. Its excellent.
@Satyameva Jayate on the contrary the resistance in kashmir is happening on 100% of kashmir despite the indian occupation forces unleashing terror in all parts of kashmir!!. not sure where you got tour '15% figure from!!
@Only truth as per 'research', kashmir provides in excess of 2.5GW to India (for free). baglihar itself is a 900MW unit. Kashmir's resources are being pillaged by the Indian occupation!
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir
Whats your view on ousted Kashmiri Pandits?
That they had to enlist the support of Arundhati Roy is a great comment on the status of the resistance. Most of the Kashmiris do not support it and poor kids are used as shields by the terrorists.
@Kashmiri don't go by fake research, I am from J&K and I can tell you truth. We own nothing but, borrow from India. E.g we purchase electricity from Punjab (Ranjit Sagra Dam and Bhakra Dam). Our pending electricity bill to center and other states govt. is 700 crore.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir your comment made my day brother
@Red Planet true
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir Kashmiris are with Pakistan only.
People of Kashmir will find a way to the independence. A time will come when India will QUIT Kashmir.
@Jayesh Palakkavil Bhaskarakurup
You are Right ,when the sub-continent devided in india & Pakistan the Kashmir was independent but the india made unlegal y occupied the kashmir.
@Red Planet Yes, but from about 70 years the kashmiris people still awaiting the peacfull soultion.Every human want peacfull in the world,but when there is no solution after so many years then what should be do .........................
@Kashmiri Any Hurriyat problem in Jammu ? No. In Laddakh ? No. These two regions cover nearly 80 percent of the so-called IHK. Look at the map carefully.
He should be leading the front.
All the best.
These extremist mind people are the problem in Pakistan. Sadly they exist in India as well.
I agree with Syed about Kashmir issue. The world and particularly prominent Muslim countries like Saudi Arabia is silent about what Indian forces doing to unarmed civilians in Kashmir - very sad. We are living in a very hypocrite like world where promises and religious believes have no values. Rich Muslim countries have their intrests tied with the Indian government and are reluctant to say anything. So what choice kashmirees have but to demonstrate and fight their own war. India must not forget that in 1947 she was also under British Raj.
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir Oh Really?
Stone pelters will be dealt accordingly. People are being treated humanely. The world is watching this too.
These type of people are real danger for our country,who appointed them, they can bring only chaos, not peace and development.
@chandrashekhar gupta Mr. it is not a matter of conflict between India and Pakistan, it is matter of basic right, right to self-determination of people of Jammu and Kashmir.it is the matter of future of more than 15 million living people,recognized by international community.
U are 1000% correct sir
@ Republic of Jammu and kashmir dear disillusioned kashmiri brother, please check your figures again. Kashmir does not provide 75% electricity to the rest of the country, that claim is itself laughable. Primary source of electricity in India is still coal which is sourced from various plants all across the country. And apples we get from Kashmir, Himachal & Uttarakhand. I myself have a apple orchard in Himachal. So its not like if there is no Kashmir, we Indians will never get to eat a apple. Get well soon brother. Hope you will see the writing on the wall that J&K will always remain part of the Indian union. We will address your issues if you shun violence, but separation from the Indian union is a dream and will remain so. :)