Omar Abdullah urges Indus Waters Treaty suspension

India — Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah called for the continued suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, arguing that the region's people have suffered from restrictions on water use under the agreement. He criticized Pakistan for claiming sympathy for Kashmiris while denying their water rights. India suspended the treaty after the Pahalgam terror attack, stating it would remain in abeyance until Pakistan credibly abjures support for cross-border terrorism. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif threatened a 'direct response' over water, while Pakistan faces domestic crises including militant violence and unrest. Abdullah also condemned the attack on India — Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal, questioning the effectiveness of his security.