On Friday, Pakistan’s government urged international partners, including the World Bank, to provide additional financial assistance, citing “heavy losses inflicted by the enemy” in the wake of Indian military strikes carried out on Wednesday.
According to Reuters, The Ministry of Economic Affairs in Pakistan confirmed on Friday that its official X (formerly Twitter) account was compromised. The breach led to the publication of a fake post requesting additional international loans—an incident that has raised eyebrows, particularly during heightened tensions between Pakistan and India.
According to a statement provided to Reuters, the Pakistan ministry is actively working to deactivate the hacked account and restore control over its digital communications. Officials clarified that the controversial post was not authored or approved by any official representative and termed it a case of unauthorized access.
The timing of the hack is significant, as it comes amid an atmosphere of geopolitical instability in the region, following recent cross-border incidents and rising diplomatic friction with India.
Cybersecurity analysts warn that such breaches in official communication platforms can not only damage a country’s credibility but also contribute to misinformation during sensitive periods. The incident underscores the growing vulnerability of Pakistan government digital assets to cyber intrusions.
As investigations continue, Pakistani authorities are expected to enhance their digital security measures to prevent further breaches and maintain the integrity of their communications in the face of rising regional instability.
