India-Pakistan Live: Escalating Tensions as Both Nations Exchange Accusations of Cross-Border Attacks

Pakistan Denies X Post Seeking Loans Amid Tensions, Claims Hack

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs has clarified that a recent post on its official X (formerly Twitter) account — reportedly requesting international loans due to rising border tensions with India — was not issued by the government. The ministry stated that its social media account was compromised and is currently under investigation.

“We did not post that tweet. Our account appears to have been hacked,” a ministry spokesperson told Reuters. “We are coordinating with the platform to have it taken down as quickly as possible.”

The tweet in question drew widespread attention after it suggested that Pakistan was actively seeking financial support from global partners amidst increasing pressure from geopolitical strains. The post has since been removed.

The incident comes at a time when both Indian and Pakistani media outlets, as well as independent fact-checking organizations, are warning of a surge in misinformation and propaganda circulating online — much of it tied to the recent escalation along the India-Pakistan border.

Cybersecurity experts have emphasized the importance of digital hygiene and two-factor authentication, especially for official accounts during times of political tension.

As of now, there has been no official update from X on the status of the compromised account or any details regarding who may have been behind the unauthorized access.

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Here’s a quick recap of what’s happened so far

Public Anxiety and Market Ripples
With military rhetoric rising on both sides, civilians in border regions have reported growing unease. Meanwhile, the Indian stock market saw increased volatility on Friday, reflecting investor nervousness over geopolitical uncertainty.

Indian Army Alleges Drone-Led Attacks by Pakistan

The Indian Army has reported a fresh wave of aggression from Pakistan’s side, claiming that a series of drone incursions and shelling were launched along India’s western border late Thursday and into early Friday. Military sources state that Indian defense systems were activated swiftly to counter the attempted infiltration.

Pakistan Rejects Allegations, Denounces Indian Media Footage
Pakistan’s Information Minister, Attaullah Tarar, dismissed India’s claims, calling them “fabricated and baseless.” He questioned the credibility of the footage being circulated by Indian media, suggesting that it lacked verifiable evidence and was possibly staged for domestic political messaging.

Diplomatic Channels Open, But Tensions Remain
Despite the mounting rhetoric, there has been limited backchannel communication between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Pakistan’s Ambassador to the U.S., Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, confirmed that both sides are in touch at the national security level. However, he urged both nations to refrain from actions and language that could push the region closer to conflict.

India Intensifies Social Media Crackdown
In a significant move, the Indian government directed X (formerly Twitter) to block access to over 8,000 accounts within India. These accounts are believed to be involved in amplifying pro-Pakistan narratives or misinformation amid rising border hostilities. The step is part of a broader digital crackdown aimed at containing unrest and controlling the narrative online.

Turkey Calls for Calm, Urges Independent Probe into Pahalgam Attack
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan voiced strong concern over the escalating India-Pakistan tensions. Speaking on the sidelines of an international summit, he warned that the situation could spiral into a “hot conflict” if not managed diplomatically. Erdogan also called for an independent international investigation into the recent Pahalgam terror attack, which has fueled much of the current friction.