# Trump envoy's Kashmir visit sparks US-Pakistan dispute

A visiting envoy linked to Donald Trump traveled to Indian-administered Kashmir, drawing sharp criticism from Pakistan. Islamabad accused Washington of undermining its stance on the disputed region, while the US defended the trip as a private visit. The spat highlights deepening tensions between the US and Pakistan over Kashmir policy.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/20/why-a-trump-envoys-kashmir-visit-has-led-to-us-pakistan-spat?traffic_source=rss) — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:18:35 +0000