Pakistan vehemently denied involvement in the Pahalgam attack, attributing it to alleged Indian oppression in J&K and persecution of Muslims. Citing the abrogation of Article 370 and the waqf bill, Pakistan claimed India's actions fueled violence and marginalized minorities.
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