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Pakistan's diplomatic role in de-escalating US-Iran tensions has boosted its international standing, prompting calls for a strategic lawfare approach to address the Kashmir issue. The article advocates using international legal mechanisms, such as the UN Charter's Article 96, to shift global perceptions and pressure India over Kashmir's unresolved status.

Kuwait has condemned Iran's strikes on its territory as a 'blatant violation of the country's sovereignty' and a direct threat to its security and civilian safety. The foreign ministry stated the attacks undermine regional de-escalation efforts and violate the UN Charter, reserving the right to take necessary measures to protect its citizens.

Pakistan's Foreign Office rejected India's condemnation of its recent strikes against terrorists along the Afghan border, calling India's statement 'preposterous' and accusing New Delhi of interfering in regional affairs and supporting terrorism. The operation, named Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, targeted terrorist hideouts after an attack on Pakistani security personnel in Karachi. India's Ministry of External Affairs labeled Pakistan's actions a 'blatant act of aggression' and a threat to regional stability.

Iran claimed it struck targets linked to US forces in response to US air strikes on its coastal surveillance facilities. Bahrain, a US ally, accused Iran of attacking a navy base as tensions persist over a recent agreement to end the conflict.

Iran stated it attacked U.S.-linked targets in response to U.S. airstrikes on its southern coastal surveillance facilities, which it claimed violated the U.N. Charter. Bahrain reported a drone attack, though the article does not specify if this was linked to Iran's actions.

Iran accuses the US of a 'blatant violation' of a peace deal after American strikes targeted Iranian coastal surveillance facilities, following an alleged Iranian drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's foreign ministry condemned the strikes as breaches of the memorandum of understanding and the UN Charter, reaffirmed its right to self-defense, and called on Gulf states and international bodies to address the violations.

Norway's deputy foreign minister condemned the US-Israeli war on Iran as illegal under international law, stating it lacks UN Security Council authorization, self-defense justification, or Iranian consent. Norway reaffirmed its stance that the conflict violates the UN Charter, despite the involvement of close allies.

Norway's deputy foreign minister Andreas Kravik condemns the US-Israeli war on Iran as illegal under international law, emphasizing that states must uphold legal principles even when allies violate them. He argues the conflict lacks UN Security Council authorization, self-defense justification, or Iranian consent, and criticizes Iran's disproportionate response and domestic actions as breaches of international law.

Pakistan's mediation efforts between the US and Iran highlight its role in shaping international law through customary practices. The article emphasizes how mediation, as a legal tool under the UN Charter, helps prevent conflicts and reinforces norms of peaceful dispute resolution.

Pakistan's air strikes in Afghanistan against terrorist groups are justified under self-defense laws due to frequent attacks, while India's similar actions are not justified. The Afghan government is accused of being either unable or unwilling to control terrorists, with allegations of a secret deal with India.

Pakistan's Foreign Office warned that India's attempt to block water essential to Pakistan would have 'far-reaching consequences' and could constitute an act of war under the UN Charter. The warning followed Indian Water Minister CR Patil's statement that 'not a single drop of water will go to Pakistan' in the coming years, which Pakistan claims violates international obligations and bilateral agreements.

Tony Blair's recent 5,700-word essay on UK politics argues for continued alignment with the US amid shifting global powers, despite criticism of his past handling of the Iraq invasion and current support for US-Israeli military actions against Iran. The article criticizes Blair for not evolving his foreign policy stance and for downplaying international law violations.

Iran's foreign ministry justified recent missile strikes on Israeli military targets as self-defense under the UN Charter's Article 51, accusing Israel of violating a ceasefire through attacks on Iranian interests and collaborating with the U.S. It warned of a strong response to future attacks while reiterating its commitment to security and national interests.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticized the United States at a UN press conference, emphasizing the need to protect multilateralism and the UN Charter amid global instability. He accused the US of undermining international norms and endangering world peace and security, though he did not explicitly name the country.

UN experts have called for member states to suspend arms transfers to Israel following accusations that Israel's bombardment of Lebanon on April 8 violated the UN Charter. The experts labeled the attack as a blatant violation of international law.

China and Pakistan announced a joint initiative to end the war in Iran, proposing an immediate ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The plan was discussed during meetings between Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, with U.S. President Trump expressing cautious support for ongoing diplomacy with Iran.