Indus Waters Treaty Cannot Be Unilaterally Revoked, Says Minister

Pakistan News Desk June 29, 2026

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Federal Minister for Information Attaullah Tarar stated on Monday that Pakistan’s international legal stance on water security has been supported globally. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad alongside Minister for Climate Change Musadik Malik, Tarar addressed the country’s rights under the Indus Waters Treaty.

He asserted that the treaty between Pakistan and India “cannot be unilaterally revoked, abolished or amended.”

The information minister also announced that a seminar will be held in Islamabad on Tuesday to raise awareness about Pakistan’s rights under the agreement.

Pakistan News will update this story as more confirmed details become available.

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Updated: 5:10 PM PKT — June 29, 2026

During the press conference, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar stated that water is Pakistan’s “redline” in the context of the Indus Waters Treaty. Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik also issued a warning to India regarding what was termed “water aggression.”

During a press conference on Monday, federal ministers issued strong statements regarding Pakistan’s water rights. Minister for Climate Change Musadik Malik warned, “Anyone who violates our rights, we will cut off their hands.” Information Minister Attaullah Tarar described water as Pakistan’s “lifeline and red line.” Available reports also made reference to the Pakistan Army’s position on the matter.

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