Published on, Aug. 22 -- August 22, 2025 4:40 PM

Pakistan's Foreign Office declared India's withdrawal from the Indus Waters Treaty case at the International Court of Justice a major success. Spokesperson Shafqat Ali Khan said India had no legal grounds to suspend the treaty. The ICJ ruled that India could not unilaterally change or abandon the agreement. Khan said this judgment confirms Pakistan's stance and exposes India's violations. He called India's refusal to contest the case a "clear diplomatic victory" for Pakistan.

The ICJ emphasized the importance of the treaty for both countries. It noted that India had failed to comply with its legal obligations. The court rejected New Delhi's attempts to act outside the agreement. According...