International Desk: The Republic of Balochistan has strongly rejected a joint appeal by Indian and Pakistani public figures calling for renewed dialogue between New Delhi and Islamabad, describing such efforts as an attempt to “normalise Pakistan’s terrorism.”
In a statement issued on 1 July, the organisation said it would remain “completely detached” from any official or unofficial dialogue with Pakistan. Referring to a joint letter reportedly sent on 30 June to the Prime Ministers of India and Pakistan, it argued that the appeal ignored what it called the “ground realities” in the region.
The group claimed that no Baloch representatives were among the signatories and asserted that Balochistan had effectively become an independent state, while calling for international recognition of its independence. It also urged the Government of India and the Indian public to support diplomatic recognition of Balochistan, establish trade and people-to-people ties, and advocate for Pakistan to be designated a terrorist state.
The statement further criticised proposals to resume trade and connectivity with Pakistan, arguing that engagement should instead be pursued directly with Balochistan and Sindh. It also accused Pakistan of using diplomatic initiatives to divert attention from its internal challenges.
