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Indian Deputy Prime Minister: Pakistan has become the epicenter of terrorism

Feb 11, 2026 February 11, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Indian Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani has accused Pakistan of becoming the center of terrorism, particularly in relation to militant groups operating in Kashmir. He claims that Pakistan's recent actions against these groups are insincere. This situation highlights ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Advani's accusations highlight the persistent and complex security challenges in South Asia, particularly regarding terrorism and Kashmir.

👥 Key Players

L.K. Advani MENTIONED
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs of India
"Advani's position gives him significant influence over India's domestic and foreign policy, especially regarding security issues related to Pakistan and Kashmir."
Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs MENTIONED
Government body responsible for Pakistan's foreign relations
"Their response to Advani's claims reflects Pakistan's official stance on terrorism and its relationship with India."

📰 What Happened

Indian Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani accused Pakistan of being the epicenter of terrorism, particularly concerning militant groups in Kashmir. He claimed that Pakistan's actions against these groups are insincere and merely a façade.

  • Advani visited Kashmir and made these statements following recent tensions.
  • The Pakistani government dismissed Advani's remarks as baseless.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran may view the tensions between India and Pakistan as a distraction from its own regional challenges, but it could also affect Iran's relations with both countries.
🌍 Regional: The accusations could escalate tensions in South Asia, potentially impacting regional security dynamics and alliances.
🌐 International: International stakeholders, particularly those involved in counter-terrorism, may need to reassess their strategies in light of these claims about Pakistan's role in terrorism.

📚 Background

The conflict between India and Pakistan over Kashmir has persisted since the partition of British India in 1947, leading to multiple wars and ongoing violence. Both nations accuse each other of supporting terrorism.

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📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
The statements from Indian officials are often framed within a national security context, which may reflect a bias towards portraying Pakistan negatively.

The Deputy Prime Minister of India states that Pakistan has become the epicenter of terrorism. Mr. L.K. Advani, who is also the Minister of Home Affairs of India, claims that Pakistan has broken its promise regarding the eradication of militant groups that have engaged in violent struggles to end Indian rule in the disputed Kashmir region. Mr. Advani asserts that recent actions taken by Pakistan, including banning the activities of such groups, are nothing more than a façade. Mr. Advani, who visited Kashmir this week, announced that Taliban members and remnants of Al-Qaeda have regrouped in Pakistan. A spokesperson for the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs dismissed the remarks of the Indian Deputy Prime Minister as baseless.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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