Sajjad Haider Khan Warns India of Forceful Response Over Rajnath Singh’s Remarks

Pakistan – (Staff Reporter/Web Desk) – Foreign Office spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan on Friday rejected the latest remarks of Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. He said the comments show a hegemonic mindset in New Delhi and put peace in South Asia at risk.

Speaking at the weekly press briefing, Khan said Pakistan is ready to protect its land and sovereignty. He warned that any act of aggression would get a strong reply.

According to the spokesperson, the Indian minister’s words carry a threat of aggression against Pakistan. He asked New Delhi to stop using dangerous language.

“Such careless statements show India’s hegemonic thinking and the danger it brings to regional peace,” Khan said.

What Rajnath Singh Said

The reaction came after Rajnath Singh said India would give a stronger response to any future terror attack that comes from Pakistan.

Islamabad did not accept this claim. The spokesperson said such talk only adds to tension between the two neighbours.

A Reminder of May Last Year

Khan also reminded India of what happened in May last year. The two nuclear-armed countries fought a short war after the attack on tourists in Pahalgam, in Indian-administered Kashmir. Twenty-six people were killed.

India blamed Pakistan for the attack. Pakistan denied this and offered to take part in a neutral investigation.

Pakistan says India then carried out missile strikes on its soil without any reason. It says several civilians and security personnel lost their lives. Pakistan also says it shot down eight Indian fighter jets, including three Rafales.

The fighting ended on May 10 with a ceasefire that the United States helped arrange.

Restraint Is Not Weakness

The spokesperson said Pakistan showed its strength and its will to defend itself during that conflict. He asked India to learn from the experience and act with responsibility.

“Let there be no confusion. Pakistan is fully ready to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Khan said.

He added that Pakistan’s calm approach and its love for peace should never be seen as weakness.

Foreign Office Moves Apostille Services Online

The spokesperson also shared good news for the public. He said the Foreign Office is digitising and automating its apostille services.

The goal is to make the process faster, clearer and easier to use. E-attestation has already started on the ministry’s portal, and the move to e-apostille is now in progress.

Some applicants may also be excused from visiting an office in person, as long as they meet the required safety rules. This will mainly help overseas Pakistanis, who often face long delays.

Khan called the step a “massive leap forward.” He said Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar personally guided the project.

Inquiry Into Attestation Complaints

Khan also said an inquiry is underway into claims of wrongdoing in attestation services. The Foreign Office will share the findings once the inquiry is finished.