Has India ‘weaponised water’ to deliberately flood Pakistan?
Summary
Heavy monsoon floods have affected both India and Pakistan, causing significant damage and loss of life. A Pakistani minister accused India of using water as a weapon by releasing excess water without warning. However, experts say there is little evidence to support the claim that India deliberately flooded Pakistan.Key Facts
- Monsoon floods have hit Pakistan's north and central regions, affecting Punjab province severely.
- Over 884 people have died in Pakistan due to the floods since late June, with 220 fatalities in Punjab.
- India has also experienced flooding, with over 100 deaths, including more than 30 in Indian Punjab.
- Pakistani minister Ahsan Iqbal accused India of deliberately releasing water to flood Pakistan.
- Relations between India and Pakistan have worsened following a terrorist attack in April and military conflicts in May.
- The Indus Waters Treaty, which manages water-sharing between the two countries, has broken down.
- India's Home Minister stated in June that the treaty would not be restored, leading to protests in Pakistan.
- Experts argue there is limited evidence of India intentionally flooding Pakistan.
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