Pakistan Accuses India of Delaying Sri Lanka Aid Delivery

Pakistan has accused India of obstructing its humanitarian aid efforts to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka, claiming delays in securing airspace clearance for its relief aircraft. The Pakistan Foreign Office stated that its aid has been stalled for over 60 hours, while India denied these allegations, asserting that it had promptly granted permission for overflight. Additionally, the Pakistan High Commission faced backlash for allegedly sending expired relief packages, with social media users highlighting expiration dates on the supplies. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka continues to struggle with severe flooding and landslides, with significant casualties reported.

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