Pakistan’s UN envoy, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, declared on Friday that Islamabad reserves the “right” to request a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting to address escalating tensions with India following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians.

Speaking at a press conference, Ahmad framed the issue within the context of Jammu and Kashmir, calling the situation a “real threat” to regional and global peace.

As a non-permanent UNSC member for 2025-26, set to assume the presidency in July, Pakistan has engaged with current and prior council presidencies, closely monitoring developments.

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Ahmad emphasized the council’s mandate to discuss such matters but did not confirm an immediate meeting, stating it would be called “when appropriate.”

Greece, the UNSC president for May, indicated a meeting could occur “sooner rather than later” if formally requested, with Ambassador Evangelos Sekeris noting it could help “diffuse tensions” between the nuclear-armed neighbors. He expressed concern and urged de-escalation, aligning with UN chief Antonio Guterres’ calls for restraint.

Tensions have soared since the attack, which India attributes to Pakistan-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba, prompting measures like visa revocations and airspace bans. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, granting the armed forces “complete operational freedom,” vowed severe retribution.

Pakistan denies involvement, with Ahmad sidestepping questions about Defence Minister Khawaja Asif’s remarks on Pakistan’s role in regional terrorism. The UNSC’s April 25 statement condemned the attack but omitted naming any group, reflecting Pakistan’s influence.

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