Pakistan thanks Trump for 'timely intervention' in Op Sindoor, renews Indus Waters Treaty warning

Sharif warned that any attempt to stop, impede or divert Pakistan’s share of the Indus River waters would be treated as an “act of war”, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), warned that any attempt to stop, impede or divert Pakistan’s share of the Indus River waters would be treated as an “act of war”, as he criticised India’s decision to hold the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance.Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif addresses the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 25, 2026. (REUTERS)Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read MoreShehbaz SharifGet the latest World News, breaking headlines and global updates from the US, UK, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Russia and other countries. Follow major international events on Hindustan Times.