NEW DELHI: The International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Wednesday stayed the execution of Kulbhushan Jadhav by Pakistan. However, the ICJ in the Hague, in a 15-1 decision, directed Pakistan to stay his execution and allow him consular access. Pakistan, which has constantly accused India of supporting Baloch separatists, saw Jadhav’s capture as proof of India’s involvement in the unrest. In May 2017, India approached the ICJ, which restrained Pakistan from executing Jadhav till the adjudication of the case. This, analysts said, could cause more friction between India and Pakistan, against the background of ties between being strained following terrorist attacks in India.

Source: Mint July 17, 2019 13:41 UTC