India, May 9 -- Pakistan's ministry of economic affairs on Friday claimed that its official X (formerly Twitter) account had been hacked, after a post appeared seeking international loans in light of escalating tensions with India.

"We are working to have the Twitter (X) switched off," the ministry told news agency Reuters, clarifying that they had not made the post in question.

The message from the handle had read: "Govt of Pakistan appeals to International Partners for more loans after heavy losses inflected by enemy. Amid escalating war and stocks crash, we urge international partners to help de-escalate. Nation urged to remain steadfast."

On Thursday, Indian armed forces successfully neutralised Pakistan military's attempts of a la...