Pahalgam terror attack: Pakistan says any threat to its territory from India to be met with 'firm reciprocal measures'

As India stepped up and vowed strong measures against Pakistan in the wake of a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Islamabad on Thursday said that any threat to its territory by New Delhi would be met with "firm reciprocal measures."

"Any threat to Pakistan's sovereignty and to the security of its people will be met with firm reciprocal measures in all domains," read a statement released by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's office.

According to reports, Sharif convened a rare meeting of the national security committee after India on Wednesday night announced 5 stringent measures, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.

PM Modi's big hint

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hinted at a big action after the J&K terror attack, pledging to "identify, track, and punish" those responsible.

"On April 22, terrorists killed innocent people of the country in J&K's Pahalgam.The country is sad and in pain after this incident. We stand with the families of the victims. The terrorists will not be spared, strong action will be taken against them," PM Modi said in his first public gathering after the attack took place.

"The punishment will be significant and stringent, which these terrorists would have never even thought about," he added.

In a strong statement, he said that terrorism can't break India's spirit, and every effort will be made to make sure that justice is done.

"Today, on the soil of Bihar, I say to the whole world, India will identify, trace and punish every terrorist and their backers. We will pursue them to the ends of the Earth. India's spirit will never be broken by terrorism," the Prime Minister said.

"Terrorism will not go unpunished. Every effort will be made to make sure that justice is done. The entire nation is one in this resolve. Everyone who believes in humanity is with us. I thank the people of various countries and their leaders who have stood with us," he added.

'Act of war': Pakistan reacts to India's action against terrorism

As India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan on Thursday said that, "any attempt to divert or stop water meant for Pakistan under Indus Water Treaty will be considered Act of War."

Islamabad also blocked airspace for Indian airlines and closed the Wagah border crossing. It also suspended 'all trade' with India, including those routes through third countries.

Furthermore, it has asked its military advisers at the Indian High Commission to leave by April 30.

Islamabad says will expel Indian diplomats, suspends all visas to Indians

"Pakistan declares the Indian Defence, Naval and Air Advisors in Islamabad persona non grata. They are directed to leave Pakistan immediately," read a statement released by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's office.