Pakistan, May 11 -- President Asif Ali Zardari firmly stated that long-lasting peace in South Asia cannot be achieved without resolving the Kashmir dispute. In his remarks following the recent Pakistan-India ceasefire, he emphasized that sustainable peace also depends on fair resolutions to other key issues, including the suspended Indus Waters Treaty. He stressed that peace and dialogue must be based on justice and mutual respect.

The president praised the Pakistan Armed Forces for what he called a "strong and historic" response to Indian aggression. He said Pakistan gave a fitting reply to India's attacks, damaging the enemy's military image. He expressed full confidence in the army, navy, and air force, and said their efforts had expo...