India Condemns Pakistan's 'Fitna al Hindustan' Narrative at UN Security Council

Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni addressed the UN Security Council on June 9, 2026, during a session on the 'Situation in Afghanistan.' He specifically targeted Pakistan's 'Fitna al Hindustan' narrative, which translates to 'Fitna of India,' a term Pakistan has used to describe India's alleged interference in Afghanistan. India accused Pakistan of using this rhetoric to justify its military actions in Afghanistan, which have resulted in civilian casualties. The 'Fitna al Hindustan' narrative has been a recurring theme in Pakistan's diplomatic statements, often used to frame India's actions in Afghanistan as a threat to regional stability. India's condemnation at the UN followed reports of Pakistan's airstrikes on Afghan territory, which India claims have killed hundreds of civilians. The UN Security Council meeting provided a platform for India to challenge Pakistan's narrative and assert its position on the situation in Afghanistan. The two sources differ slightly in the timing of the event. The Hindu reported the statement as occurring on June 9, 2026, at 3:13 AM IST, while Der Spiegel (DW) noted the event as taking place on June 9, 2026, at 8:00 AM CEST. Both sources, however, agree on the key facts: India's condemnation of Pakistan's narrative and the context of the strikes in Afghanistan.