Israel Shares Map Showing J&K in Pakistan, Apologises Later
In a shocking move, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) recently shared a map on social media that showed the Indian Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir as a part of Pakistan. The incident has sparked outrage and raised questions about the intentions behind such a move. The map was shared by the IDF’s official Twitter handle, which has over 1.5 million followers.
The map, which appears to be an illustration, shows parts of Jammu and Kashmir as part of Pakistan, while the rest of the region is shown as disputed territory. The map’s caption read, “The geography of the region is complex, with many countries having historical claims to the area.”
The Israeli government’s move has been widely condemned by political leaders and experts, who have termed it as a “grave mistake” and a “blatant disregard” for India’s sovereignty. Congress leader Pawan Khera, who is known for his sharp tongue, was quick to react to the map. He tweeted, “Another day, another feather in Vishwaguru’s cap. His ‘friend’ shows J&K as a part of Pakistan.”
Khera’s tweet was a clear reference to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s close relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders have been known to share a strong bond, and their countries have cooperated on several issues, including defense and trade.
However, the IDF later issued an apology for sharing the map, saying that it was an illustration and did not depict precise borders. The apology was made in a statement, which read, “The map we shared is an illustration and not a representation of the actual borders. We respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, including India.”
The controversy surrounding the map sharing has sparked a debate about the role of social media in disseminating misinformation and the need for governments to be more careful in their online activities. The incident also highlights the complexities of the Jammu and Kashmir issue, which has been a longstanding point of contention between India and Pakistan.
The Jammu and Kashmir issue has been a major bone of contention between India and Pakistan since the two countries gained independence from British colonial rule in 1947. Both countries have fought several wars over the region, and the issue has been a major source of tension between them.
In 2019, India revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which had given the region autonomy and a separate constitution. The move was seen as a major blow to Pakistan’s claims on the region and has led to increased tensions between the two countries.
The controversy surrounding the IDF’s map sharing has also raised questions about the nature of the relationship between Israel and India. While the two countries have cooperated on several issues, including defense and trade, there are also concerns about the impact of Israeli actions on India’s territorial integrity.
In conclusion, the Israeli Defense Forces’ decision to share a map showing Jammu and Kashmir as part of Pakistan has sparked outrage and raised questions about the intentions behind such a move. The incident highlights the complexities of the Jammu and Kashmir issue and the need for governments to be more careful in their online activities. It also underscores the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries.
