Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan would continue raising the Kashmir issue at international forums.
Pakistan’s armed forces on “Youm-e-Istehsal” Kashmir expressed solidarity with the people of occupied Kashmir and paid tribute to those who lost their lives in the region, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
The military’s media wing said the Kashmir dispute should be resolved according to the principles of justice, peace and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people. It also called on the international community to play an effective role in finding a peaceful solution to the long standing dispute.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in his message on Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir, urged India to withdraw its unilateral actions taken in August 2019 and end what he described as restrictive measures in occupied Kashmir.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif’s Message on Youm-e-Istehsal, 5 August 2026.
Today, on Youm-e-Istehsal, the people and the Government of Pakistan stand in unwavering solidarity with our Kashmiri brothers and sisters. We solemnly observe this day to remind the world of the…
— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) August 5, 2026
He said Kashmiri people should be given the right to decide their future, adding that Youm-e-Istehsal represents Pakistan’s renewed commitment to standing with the people of Kashmir.
The prime minister said that even after seven years, Indian actions had failed to weaken the determination of the Kashmiri people. He reaffirmed that Pakistan would continue raising the Kashmir issue at international forums and supporting efforts for a peaceful resolution.
🇵🇰 On Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir, Pakistan reiterates its steadfast solidarity with the people of Jammu & Kashmir and renews its call for a peaceful and just resolution of the Jammu & Kashmir dispute in accordance with the relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations… https://t.co/o9SJ80AxM0
— Pakistan Embassy Belgium (@PakinBrussels) August 5, 2026
On Youm-e-Istehsal Kashmir, Pakistan reaffirmed its continued support for the people of Jammu and Kashmir and called for a peaceful and fair solution to the dispute in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions and the wishes of the Kashmiri people.
