The deal was brokered by the World Bank and has survived the three wars India and Pakistan have fought. Under the agreement, India has control over the eastern rivers of Ravi, Sutlej and Beas.

The Pakistani government said that if India followed through on a threat to block rivers it would take it as “an act of war.” ...

Pakistan has denied it was behind Tuesday's attack that killed 26 mostly Indian tourists at a popular scenic spot in the ...