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<p>It was a war of words&nbsp;between India and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (May 3). India clapped back at&nbsp;Pakistan's&nbsp;remarks about&nbsp;"New&nbsp;Delhi's&nbsp;targeted assassinations in Pakistan."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Addressing the UNGA session,&nbsp;Pakistan’s&nbsp;UN envoy&nbsp;Munir&nbsp;Akram&nbsp;claimed that this "extra-territorial state terrorism (from India)" was not limited to Pakistan.</p>

<p>"This has been targeted to killings of political opponents in Canada and attempted in the United States (US), and probably in other countries,"&nbsp;Munir claimed.</p>

<p>He cited a report from The Washington Post that talked about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing a recent political rally where he said,&nbsp;"‘This is Modi; This is New India which attacks after entering into territories of enemies."</p>

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<p>"This new India is a dangerous entity. It is a net provider of insecurity, not security,"&nbsp;Munir added.</p>

<h2><strong>India's&nbsp;sharp response to Pakistan at UN</strong></h2>

<p>Responding to&nbsp;Munir's&nbsp;remarks,&nbsp;India’s&nbsp;Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador&nbsp;Ruchira&nbsp;Kamboj, said that&nbsp;even amid&nbsp;challenging&nbsp;times, New&nbsp;Delhi’s&nbsp;focus remains steadfast on constructive dialogue.</p>

<p>“We thus choose to set aside the remarks from a certain delegation [Pakistan], which not only lack decorum but also detract from our collective efforts due to their destructive and pernicious nature,”&nbsp;Kamboj said.</p>

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<p>"We would strongly encourage that delegation to align with the essential principles of respect and diplomacy that must always guide our discussions&nbsp;or&nbsp;is that too much to ask of a country that harbours a most dubious track record on all aspects in itself,"&nbsp;she added, without naming Pakistan.</p>

<p>Kamboj further said that&nbsp;terrorism stands in direct opposition to the culture of peace, and sows discord, and breeds hostility.</p>

<p>She called it essential for member states to work together to nurture a genuine culture of peace.</p>

<h2><strong>'New India kills terrorists on their home turf'</strong></h2>

<p>Last month, Prime Minister Modi said at a Lok Sabha election campaign rally in the northern state of Rajasthan that the country was now a&nbsp;"new India"&nbsp;that struck within enemy territory- an apparent reference to counterstrikes in Pakistan after terror attacks in India.</p>

<p>"New India kills them [terrorists/enemies] on their home turf,"&nbsp;Modi said at the rally in Churu.</p>

<p>At an election rally in Gujarat, Modi on Wednesday (May 1) reiterated his statement by saying,&nbsp;"Ten years ago, the country was suffering due to terrorism. However, Congress, despite knowing the origin of terrorism, used to send a dossier to Pakistan. Today, India&nbsp;doesn't&nbsp;send dossiers to the masters of&nbsp;terrorism,&nbsp;but kills them on their home turf!"</p>


It was a war of words between India and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (May 3). India clapped back at Pakistan's remarks about "New Delhi's targeted assassinations in Pakistan.

It was a war of words between India and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (May 3). India clapped back at Pakistan's remarks about "New Delhi's targeted assassinations in Pakistan." Addressing the UNGA session, Pakistan’s UN envoy Munir Akram claimed that this "extra-territorial state terrorism (from India)" was not limited to Pakistan. "This has been targeted to killings of political opponents in Canada and attempted in the United States (US), and probably in other countries," Munir claimed. He cited a report from The Washington Post that talked about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing a recent political rally where he said, "‘This is Modi; This is New India which attacks after entering into territories of enemies." Also read | PM Modi targets Congress party after Pakistan leader's 'Rahul on fire' comment "This new India is a dangerous entity. It is a net provider of insecurity, not security," Munir added. India's sharp response to Pakistan at UN Responding to Munir's remarks, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, said that even amid challenging times, New Delhi’s focus remains steadfast on constructive dialogue. “We thus choose to set aside the remarks from a certain delegation [Pakistan], which not only lack decorum but also detract from our collective efforts due to their destructive and pernicious nature,” Kamboj said. "...The country’s myriad languages, dialects and cuisines, alongside its rich tapestry of races, colors and landscapes, contribute to the resilience and richness of our composite culture..." - PR at UN General Assembly today on Agenda item: 'Culture of Peace' pic.twitter.com/UrT5mLopRq — India at UN, NY (@IndiaUNNewYork) May 2, 2024 × "We would strongly encourage that delegation to align with the essential principles of respect and diplomacy that must always guide our discussions or is that too much to ask of a country that harbours a most dubious track record on all aspects in itself," she added, without naming Pakistan. Kamboj further said that terrorism stands in direct opposition to the culture of peace, and sows discord, and breeds hostility. She called it essential for member states to work together to nurture a genuine culture of peace. 'New India kills terrorists on their home turf' Last month, Prime Minister Modi said at a Lok Sabha election campaign rally in the northern state of Rajasthan that the country was now a "new India" that struck within enemy territory- an apparent reference to counterstrikes in Pakistan after terror attacks in India. "New India kills them [terrorists/enemies] on their home turf," Modi said at the rally in Churu. At an election rally in Gujarat, Modi on Wednesday (May 1) reiterated his statement by saying, "Ten years ago, the country was suffering due to terrorism. However, Congress, despite knowing the origin of terrorism, used to send a dossier to Pakistan. Today, India doesn't send dossiers to the masters of terrorism, but kills them on their home turf!"

India claps back at Pakistan at UN General Assembly over its claims on 'targeted killings'

<p>Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Munir Akram, and his Afghan counterpart Naseer Ahmad Faiq had a faceoff during a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Tuesday (Sep 26). Akram criticised Faiq by saying that Afghanistan’s Charge d’Affaires to the UN solely represented himself and not any broader constituency.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once Akram finished his speech, Faiq requested permission from the council’s chair to respond to Akram’s comment. Faiq, who was appointed to the position by the previous Ashraf Ghani government, said that he was representing Afghanistan at this council and speaking about the anguish and the misery of the country's citizens who have suffered from interference from countries that played a double standard.</p>

<h3><strong>Here's what Faiq said:</strong></h3>

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<p>Faiq said that one of these countries on the one hand showed that it had been a victim of terrorism, and on the other hand it lobbied and normalised and supported another terrorist group in Afghanistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Responding to Faiq, Akram said that the Afghan envoy's credentials were questionable.&nbsp;"He has no government, he has no representative, he has no credentials and it is an anomaly that the Security Council is obliged to invite him to speak to this council,” the Pakistan envoy added.</p>

<p>Akram accused Faiq of presenting disinformation before the UNSC.</p>

<h3><strong>Watch | Pakistan, Afghanistan face off at UNSC meet</strong></h3>

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<p>Meanwhile, Akram also said that Afghanistan is a strategic imperative for Pakistan. "On the positive side, the Afghan interim government has remained stable with no major internal threats to its authority. The law and order situation in Afghanistan has improved significantly. The Afghan interim government has taken action against Daesh. Corruption has declined drastically," he added.</p>

<p>However, Faiq highlighted during his speech that since the Taliban seized power in 2021, the situation in Afghanistan has not improved. "It has only deteriorated across humanitarian, human rights, social security, and political spheres. Economic and humanitarian crises have deepened," Faiq said.</p>

<p>"The rights and freedoms of women and marginalized communities have been severely curtailed. Women and girls face strict limitations on their mobility, access to education and participation in public life," he added.</p>

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Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Munir Akram, and his Afghan counterpart Naseer Ahmad Faiq had a faceoff during a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Tuesday (Sep 26).

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Munir Akram, and his Afghan counterpart Naseer Ahmad Faiq had a faceoff during a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Tuesday (Sep 26). Akram criticised Faiq by saying that Afghanistan’s Charge d’Affaires to the UN solely represented himself and not any broader constituency. Once Akram finished his speech, Faiq requested permission from the council’s chair to respond to Akram’s comment. Faiq, who was appointed to the position by the previous Ashraf Ghani government, said that he was representing Afghanistan at this council and speaking about the anguish and the misery of the country's citizens who have suffered from interference from countries that played a double standard. Here's what Faiq said: UNSC: Pakistan envoy to UN humiliates Afghanistan representative. Says credentials of Afghan representative to UN @faiq_naseer "questionable" after he points that "countries play double standard, show victim of terorism, but normalise terror" pic.twitter.com/7GpdKtihTf — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) September 27, 2023 × Faiq said that one of these countries on the one hand showed that it had been a victim of terrorism, and on the other hand it lobbied and normalised and supported another terrorist group in Afghanistan. Responding to Faiq, Akram said that the Afghan envoy's credentials were questionable. "He has no government, he has no representative, he has no credentials and it is an anomaly that the Security Council is obliged to invite him to speak to this council,” the Pakistan envoy added. Akram accused Faiq of presenting disinformation before the UNSC. Watch | Pakistan, Afghanistan face off at UNSC meet × Meanwhile, Akram also said that Afghanistan is a strategic imperative for Pakistan. "On the positive side, the Afghan interim government has remained stable with no major internal threats to its authority. The law and order situation in Afghanistan has improved significantly. The Afghan interim government has taken action against Daesh. Corruption has declined drastically," he added. However, Faiq highlighted during his speech that since the Taliban seized power in 2021, the situation in Afghanistan has not improved. "It has only deteriorated across humanitarian, human rights, social security, and political spheres. Economic and humanitarian crises have deepened," Faiq said. "The rights and freedoms of women and marginalized communities have been severely curtailed. Women and girls face strict limitations on their mobility, access to education and participation in public life," he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Pakistan's diplomat Munir Akram took charge as the country's new permanent representative to the United Nations here on Friday.</p>

<p>Akram, 74, replaces outgoing envoy Maleeha Lodhi, who had been serving the post since February 2015."I am coming back to the UN post at a time when Pakistan faces imposing challenges in the East and the West. But challenges are always accompanied by opportunities," Akram was quoted by Geo News as saying.</p>

<p>The development came after a plea was filed on Thursday by the Women`s Action Forum (WAF) at the Sindh High Court in Pakistan, which sought Akram`s removal from the post, calling his re-appointment as "illegal and unlawful".</p>

<p>This came after several women's rights bodies had protested over Akram's appointment as the country`s envoy to the UN.</p>

<p>The plea mentioned allegations of domestic abuse against Akram. Citing reports from international media, the WAF alleged that the Pakistani diplomat was involved in assaulting a woman in a domestic violence incident.</p>

<p>Akram, a known hawk on India, had previously served as Pakistan`s permanent representative to the UN for six years from 2002 to 2008. He is said to be anti-India and sharp-tongued.</p>

<p>His appointment came after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had returned to the US where he went to participate in the 74th session of United Nations General Assembly session.</p>

<p>As expected, he sought to internationalize India's internal decision to repeal Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir but Pakistan`s stance did not find takers.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Lodhi's exit was being linked to her "failure" to muster international support at the UN on Pakistan`s position on Kashmir.</p>

<p>However, Pakistan Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mohammad Faisal refuted reports that Lodhi was "removed" from the post, in a bid to douse the controversy which had erupted after Akram was announced as Lodhi's successor.&nbsp;</p>


Pakistan's diplomat Munir Akram took charge as the country's new permanent representative to the United Nations here on Friday. Akram, 74, replaces outgoing envoy Maleeha Lodhi, who had been serving the post since February 2015.

Pakistan's diplomat Munir Akram took charge as the country's new permanent representative to the United Nations here on Friday. Akram, 74, replaces outgoing envoy Maleeha Lodhi, who had been serving the post since February 2015."I am coming back to the UN post at a time when Pakistan faces imposing challenges in the East and the West. But challenges are always accompanied by opportunities," Akram was quoted by Geo News as saying. The development came after a plea was filed on Thursday by the Women`s Action Forum (WAF) at the Sindh High Court in Pakistan, which sought Akram`s removal from the post, calling his re-appointment as "illegal and unlawful". This came after several women's rights bodies had protested over Akram's appointment as the country`s envoy to the UN. The plea mentioned allegations of domestic abuse against Akram. Citing reports from international media, the WAF alleged that the Pakistani diplomat was involved in assaulting a woman in a domestic violence incident. Akram, a known hawk on India, had previously served as Pakistan`s permanent representative to the UN for six years from 2002 to 2008. He is said to be anti-India and sharp-tongued. His appointment came after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan had returned to the US where he went to participate in the 74th session of United Nations General Assembly session. As expected, he sought to internationalize India's internal decision to repeal Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir but Pakistan`s stance did not find takers. On the other hand, Lodhi's exit was being linked to her "failure" to muster international support at the UN on Pakistan`s position on Kashmir. However, Pakistan Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mohammad Faisal refuted reports that Lodhi was "removed" from the post, in a bid to douse the controversy which had erupted after Akram was announced as Lodhi's successor.

Munir Akram takes charge as Pakistan's envoy to United Nations

After The U.N.G.A Debacle, Pakistan Is Dismantling The Team That Represented In At The U.N.G.A Pakistan's U.N.G.A debacle has already claimed a scalp. Pakistan's permanent representative to the U.N. Maleeha Lodhi has been replaced by former Pak representative to the U.N. Munir Akram, who comes with a dodgy reputation. The career diplomat was accused of domestic abuse in the past. Besides, rumours are rife that Pakistan's Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi's job is also on the line. Palki explains.

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Pakistan removes Maleeha Lodhi, appoints Munir Akram as UN envoy

A day after Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan left New York after a week-long visit to United Nation General Assembly, Islamabad has announced that it has replaced its envoy to United Nations Maleeha Lodhi. Watch this video to know more.

Pak envoy to UN Maleeha replaced one day after Imran ends US visit

<p>A decision by Pakistan to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/day-after-imran-khan-returns-from-us-pakistan-removes-maleeha-lodhi-as-permanent-representative-to-un-252912">appoint a former diplomat as its ambassador to the United Nations</a> has sparked criticism over his alleged involvement in a domestic violence dispute in 2002.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Munir Akram "has been appointed as Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations in New York, in place of Dr. Maleeha Lodhi," the country's ministry of foreign affairs said in a statement late Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Akram served a previous stint in the post from 2002 to 2008.</p>

<p>But in January 2003 the United States asked Pakistan to waive Akram's diplomatic immunity so that he could be prosecuted on assault charges.</p>

<p>According to press reports, New York police were called to Akram's home on December 10, 2002 by a woman who alleged the envoy had beaten her.</p>

<p>The woman told police dispatchers that the envoy had smashed her head into a wall, that her arm hurt and that he had hit her before, according to the newspaper accounts.</p>

<p>The case could have had potentially embarrassing diplomatic ramifications.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the time, Pakistan was a key US ally in the war on terror, and had just taken up a seat on the UN Security Council, which was then considering whether to authorise military action against Iraq.</p>

<p>Akram, who enjoys full diplomatic immunity, was never charged.</p>

<p>Even so his return to the post ignited a swift backlash Tuesday, many from women angered over the decision.</p>

<p>"In the age of #MeToo, the appointment... sends absolutely the wrong message to Pakistan men AND women; being a domestic violence perpetrator will earn you not just protection from the government but also not harm your career," wrote feminist author Bina Shah in a statement posted on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Others decried Akram's age -- he is in his 70s -- and his hawkishness over Pakistan's arch-rival India, with Pakistani media suggesting that his appointment hints at a new, more aggressive policy by Islamabad over the disputed region of Kashmir.</p>

<p>However many also praised him as a seasoned diplomat who would take up the role just as Pakistan is trying to rally the international community to challenge India over Kashmir.</p>

<p>The widely-respected Lodhi, who had served in the post for four years, said on Twitter that she had planned to move on after last week's UN General Assembly, and wished Akram luck in the role.</p>


A decision by Pakistan to appoint a former diplomat as its ambassador to the United Nations has sparked criticism over his alleged involvement in a domestic violence dispute in 2002.

A decision by Pakistan to appoint a former diplomat as its ambassador to the United Nations has sparked criticism over his alleged involvement in a domestic violence dispute in 2002. Munir Akram "has been appointed as Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the United Nations in New York, in place of Dr. Maleeha Lodhi," the country's ministry of foreign affairs said in a statement late Monday. Akram served a previous stint in the post from 2002 to 2008. But in January 2003 the United States asked Pakistan to waive Akram's diplomatic immunity so that he could be prosecuted on assault charges. According to press reports, New York police were called to Akram's home on December 10, 2002 by a woman who alleged the envoy had beaten her. The woman told police dispatchers that the envoy had smashed her head into a wall, that her arm hurt and that he had hit her before, according to the newspaper accounts. The case could have had potentially embarrassing diplomatic ramifications. At the time, Pakistan was a key US ally in the war on terror, and had just taken up a seat on the UN Security Council, which was then considering whether to authorise military action against Iraq. Akram, who enjoys full diplomatic immunity, was never charged. Even so his return to the post ignited a swift backlash Tuesday, many from women angered over the decision. "In the age of #MeToo, the appointment... sends absolutely the wrong message to Pakistan men AND women; being a domestic violence perpetrator will earn you not just protection from the government but also not harm your career," wrote feminist author Bina Shah in a statement posted on Twitter. Others decried Akram's age -- he is in his 70s -- and his hawkishness over Pakistan's arch-rival India, with Pakistani media suggesting that his appointment hints at a new, more aggressive policy by Islamabad over the disputed region of Kashmir. However many also praised him as a seasoned diplomat who would take up the role just as Pakistan is trying to rally the international community to challenge India over Kashmir. The widely-respected Lodhi, who had served in the post for four years, said on Twitter that she had planned to move on after last week's UN General Assembly, and wished Akram luck in the role.

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