The observance of Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 5, 2026, was marked by strong affirmations of support from Pakistani leadership and military for the people of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). According to BOL News, both President and Prime Minister of Pakistan emphasized that the final status of Jammu and Kashmir must be decided in accordance with the wishes of its people. This sentiment was echoed by the Armed Forces of Pakistan, as reported by Tribune Latest, where Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and other military leaders condemned human rights violations in IIOJK, including 'extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, and arbitrary detentions.' They reiterated that a 'just and peaceful resolution' of the dispute is essential for peace in South Asia, urging the international community to take 'concrete and meaningful actions.'