Tue Apr 29 01:42:22 UTC 2025: ## India Condemns Pakistan Minister’s Terrorism Confession at UN
**New York, NY –** India has strongly condemned Pakistani Defence Minister Khwaja Asif’s admission of supporting terrorism, calling it a confession that exposes Pakistan as a “rogue state.” The condemnation came at the United Nations during the launch of the Victims of Terrorism Association Network (VOTAN), a new initiative to support victims of terrorism.
India’s Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Yojna Patel, highlighted Asif’s recent interview with Sky News, where he admitted to Pakistan’s decades-long backing of terrorist organizations. Ambassador Patel stated that this confession, far from being surprising, underscores Pakistan’s role in fueling global terrorism and destabilizing the region. She criticized Pakistan for using the UN forum for propaganda and making baseless accusations against India.
The timing of the condemnation is significant, coming in the wake of the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which left 26 civilians dead – the highest civilian casualty count since the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Ambassador Patel described the attack as a stark reminder of the devastating and long-lasting impact of cross-border terrorism on victims, their families, and society.
Ambassador Patel expressed gratitude for the international community’s condemnation of the Pahalgam attack and its unwavering support for India, emphasizing the global commitment to zero tolerance for terrorism. She also highlighted VOTAN’s importance in providing a safe space and support system for victims of terrorism. The initiative, she stated, is crucial in strengthening the global response to terrorism and ensuring that victims remain at the center of collective efforts.
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