India on Satirday (February 15, 2020) warned Turkey not to interfere in its internal matters while reiterating that Kashmir is an integral and inalienable part of the country. “India rejects all references to Jammu & Kashmir, which is an integral and inalienable part of India,” a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.
Commenting on the issue, MEA official spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, ”We call upon the Turkish leadership to not interfere in India’s internal affairs and develop a proper understanding of the facts, including the grave threat posed by terrorism emanating from Pakistan to India and the region.”
The statement from the MEA came after Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan once again raked up the Kashmir issue in Pakistan Parliament, vowing that Ankara will support Islamabad’s stand as it is a matter of concern to both the countries.