Unmasking Anti-Pakistan Propaganda |
Asif Mahmood
India remains one of the most persistent drivers of false narratives against Pakistan, a reality once again laid bare by the events following the Sydney incident. Almost immediately after the tragedy, a familiar pattern unfolded. Before facts could settle and before authorities could complete their investigations, a coordinated campaign emerged that sought to drag Pakistan into a crime with which it had no connection. What should have been a moment of collective mourning and empathy was cynically converted into a propaganda battlefield.
In the aftermath of the Sydney attack, sections of Indian media and aligned social media networks began circulating misleading images, doctored videos, and unverified claims. These materials were pushed aggressively to suggest a Pakistani link, despite the absence of any credible evidence. The speed and coordination of this disinformation effort exposed its true intent. This was not journalism. It was a deliberate attempt to malign Pakistan by exploiting a human tragedy.
Equally troubling was the manner in which social media amplified these falsehoods. Viral videos stripped of context and baseless accusations were presented as facts. Such practices do not merely distort reality. They actively harm humanity by inflaming hatred and deepening divisions at a time when compassion is most needed. The transformation of tragedy into a tool for political messaging is morally indefensible and socially destructive.
The most telling aspect of this campaign is that no reputable international or Australian source supported the allegations leveled against Pakistan. Global media outlets, law enforcement agencies, and independent investigators refrained from endorsing the manufactured narrative. This silence from credible institutions speaks louder than the noise generated by propaganda networks. It confirms that the accusations were built on fiction rather than fact.
In the rush to defame Pakistan, an even greater injustice occurred. The real human story of courage and sacrifice was pushed into the shadows. A Muslim hero,........