In a scathing critique, UK Member of Parliament Bob Blackman has slammed Pakistan, describing it as a “failed state” where “generals are in charge rather than democracy.” Blackman’s comments come after a meeting with an all-party delegation led by India’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ravi Shankar Prasad in London.
Blackman’s remarks highlight the growing international concerns over the state of affairs in Pakistan, particularly its struggle to curb terrorism. The UK MP urged the global community to stand firmly with India in its fight against the menace of terrorism, which he believes is being harbored and nurtured within Pakistan’s borders.
“Who’s in charge – democracy or generals?” Blackman questioned, underscoring the perceived lack of civilian control over the country’s affairs. His comments underscore the long-standing tensions between India and Pakistan, which have been exacerbated by Islamabad’s alleged support for terrorist groups targeting India.
The meeting between the UK MP and the Indian delegation was part of an effort to garner international support for India’s position on the Kashmir issue and its fight against terrorism. Prasad, who led the delegation, emphasized the need for the international community to recognize the gravity of the situation and take decisive action against Pakistan’s support for terrorist activities.
“Pakistan is a failed state, and the generals are in charge rather than democracy,” Blackman stated firmly. “The international community must stand with India in its fight against terrorism, which is being harbored and nurtured within Pakistan’s borders.”
Blackman’s scathing remarks echo the growing frustration within the international community with Pakistan’s perceived inability or unwillingness to crack down on terrorist groups operating within its territory. The UK MP’s call for global support for India’s position is likely to resonate with other nations grappling with the threat of cross-border terrorism.
As the world continues to grapple with the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region, the pressure on Pakistan to take concrete actions against terrorism and restore the primacy of democracy is likely to intensify. Blackman’s intervention underscores the urgency of addressing these issues and the need for a united global effort to combat the scourge of terrorism.
