Pakistan lodges protest with Indian Deputy High Commissioner over civilian causalities in latest unprovoked Ceasefire Violations by India at LoC

The Indian Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. JP Singh was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by Dr. Mohammad Faisal, DG (SA & SAARC) today to protest against the Shahadat of three civilians, in Nikial sector, due to the unprovoked Ceasefire violations by the Indian Security Forces at the Line of Control. The Shaheed include Munshi Ameen, Liaba Shahbir, a 13 year old girl and Mohammad Zahid.

The Government of Pakistan has expressed its deep concern at the continuous unprovoked Ceasefire violations by the Indian Security Forces and the intentional targeting of innocent civilians, which is high condemnable.

Pakistan has stressed upon India to stop forthwith these Ceasefire violations and respect the 2003 Ceasefire arrangement in order to restore peace and tranquility at the LoC and the Working Boundary.

The Government of Pakistan extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prays for the departed souls and for the quick recovery of the injured.

Islamabad
18-09-2015