An international court in The Hague has ruled that India cannot unilaterally suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, rejecting India's arguments for placing the six-decade-old water-sharing agreement 'in abeyance' since April 2025. The five-member court unanimously determined that the treaty remains fully in force and that India must continue observing its obligations, particularly regarding hydropower projects on rivers flowing into Pakistan. India had suspended the treaty following a deadly attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, claiming Pakistan supported cross-border terrorism. However, Pakistan denied involvement in the attack. India refused to participate in the proceedings and rejected the court's jurisdiction, despite having accepted it in other cases. The ruling marks the first time an international court has addressed the legality of India's suspension of the treaty.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the court's ruling and both countries' positions without overtly favoring either side. It includes direct quotes from Pakistan's foreign minister and outlines India's rejection of the ruling, providing balanced coverage of the situation without using biased language or omitting
