America shows Pakistan the mirror, recognizes PoK as part of India; Shehbaz and Munir should open their eyes and look at the map.

New Delhi. The US and India have released a trade deal framework. However, this has increased tension in Pakistan. Now the question is, what has the US done that will cause Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir to lose their sleep? In fact, the US has recognized Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as part of India. In fact, PoK is a part of India. India has always believed that PoK is an integral part of India, occupied by Pakistan. Now, the US has also endorsed India’s position. The map released by the US clearly states that Pakistan’s occupation is illegal and PoK is part of India.

Yes, the US has released a map that has disturbed Pakistan’s sleep. The map used by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) to announce the new interim India-US trade agreement would make Shahbaz and Munir’s hearts burst. The map released by the US shows all of Kashmir as part of India. According to this map, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) is also included in India. This map shows no Line of Control or disputed territory. Everything is clearly shown as belonging to India.

What’s in the map?
Actually, the USTR (USTR) posted a post related to the interim framework for the India-US trade deal. This post talked about opening new markets in India for American products (tree nuts, dried distillers grains, red sorghum, fruits, etc.). The US wrote in its post, “From tree nuts and dried distillers’ grains to red sorghum and fresh and processed fruits, the US-India agreement will provide new market access for American products.” But the map released along with this post caught everyone’s attention.

The US released this map, which considers PoK as part of India.

A major signal from the US
This map released by the US is not just a picture; it is a major indication of America’s thinking. India has always maintained that the entire region of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh is an integral part of India. This includes PoK and Gilgit-Baltistan. Now, the release of such a map from the official US account means that Washington is accepting India’s position. It also signals that the US is no longer neutral on the PoK issue. This comes alongside the recent India-US trade deal. Both countries have released a framework for tariff reduction and a trade deal.

From tree nuts and dried distillers’ grains to red sorghum and fresh and processed fruit, the U.S.-India Agreement will provide new market access for American products. pic.twitter.com/mqpP10LJp1

— United States Trade Representative (@USTradeRep) February 6, 2026

A blow to Pakistan
This move by the US is a major blow to Pakistan. Pakistan has illegally occupied Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) for decades. India has vowed to reclaim it. This is good news for India. Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and Army Chief General Asim Munir should examine this map with open eyes. Their oldest friend, America, now appears to be standing with India. How have those at whose homes Munir often eats biryani acknowledged India’s strength?