At the UN's 80th anniversary, India strongly criticized Pakistan for promoting cross-border terrorism, citing the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor. India's ambassador highlighted India's progress versus Pakistan's struggles with terrorism and economic instability. Pakistan raised concerns about the Indus Waters Treaty being held in abeyance and the unresolved Kashmir dispute, accusing India of violating UN resolutions.
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