India rejects Pakistan's claim, says Pakistani ship broke 1991 maritime pact
India dismissed Pakistan's accusations over the INS Kolkata and PNS Hunain collision, accusing the Pakistani vessel of a dangerous maneuver that violated a 1991 bilateral agreement and international rules.
India refuted Pakistan's allegations concerning the recent encounter between the Indian Navy's INS Kolkata and Pakistan Navy's PNS Hunain in the Arabian Sea. New Delhi asserted that the Pakistani ship performed a risky maneuver breaching a 1991 agreement and established maritime norms. Officials warned both sides to observe due care to avoid future incidents. The Indian frigate sustained no serious damage and remains operational at sea.
Why it matters
The disagreement underscores fragile naval relations between India and Pakistan and the risk of escalation over maritime incidents.
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