Published on, Sept. 28 -- September 28, 2025 2:10 PM

The United Nations General Assembly once again became a stage for fiery exchanges between Pakistan and India, as both countries traded accusations despite Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's absence from the 80th session. Although there was no direct confrontation between the two premiers this year, the "Right of Reply" segment witnessed sharp remarks, reviving decades-old rivalry that frequently dominates such gatherings whenever both nations present their cases.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recalled the May 2025 conflict, asserting that Pakistan's armed forces had downed seven Indian fighter jets during clashes. He praised former U.S. President Donald Trump for brokering a ceasef...