India-Pakistan tension Highlights | 'Will not bow to nuclear threat', says India; rejects Pakistan’s claim of damage
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Third-party mediation rejected: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, “India does not accept third-party interference on the issue of Jammu and Kashmir. This matter is strictly bilateral and will be resolved between India and Pakistan. There is no change in this position. The only pending issue is the retrieval of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), and any talks will solely focus on that.”
What Trump said:
On May 11, US President Donald Trump said, “I will try to work with both sides to see if a solution to the Kashmir issue can be found—even if it takes a thousand years.”
No trade discussions took place
Jaiswal clarified, “From the launch of Operation Sindoor on May 7 to the agreement on ceasefire and halting military action on May 10, Indian and US leaders remained in constant touch regarding the evolving military situation. At no point was trade discussed during these conversations.”
What Trump said:
“I spoke to both India and Pakistan. I told them to stop the war, or the US would cut off trade with them. They both agreed,” Trump claimed.
Randhir Jaiswal responded to comments made by the Pakistan's foreign minister, emphasising that Operation Sindoor caused significant damage to multiple locations in Pakistan.
He noted that Pakistan witnessed the capabilities of the Indian Army and suffered losses to their projects, as India's targets were primarily terrorist infrastructure.
Jaiswal revealed that India successfully thwarted a Pakistani attack on May 9, and satellite images are available to substantiate the damage caused to Pakistani airbases.
In response to Pakistan’s typical rhetoric, Jaiswal remarked, "Pakistan has always beaten the drum after losing every war."
On the rumours about US aircraft and other military assets being shot down, Jaiswal stated that further discussion would take place at a later time.
"They did the same in 1971, 1975 and 1999 Kargil War. Dhol bajane ka Paksitan ka purana ravaiyya hai. Parast ho jaye lekin dhol bajao..." says MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar's interview to foreign media
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that India and the United States held discussions related to military cooperation, not trade. He clarified that India's actions were limited to destroying terrorist camps. In contrast, Pakistan targeted civilian areas, he added. Jaiswal noted that the situation is currently calm.
The MEA stated that the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan had recently held talks, during which both sides agreed to avoid escalation. India’s message remains clear: "Only terrorist camps were targeted in the recent operations". The MEA again emphasised, “If Pakistan attacks, we will respond accordingly. If they remain peaceful, we will also maintain peace.”
The Indian government revealed fresh details about the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, stating that The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, had initially claimed responsibility before retracting the statement under external pressure.
During a media briefing, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, “The investigation into the Pahalgam attack is ongoing. TRF had taken responsibility for the incident on two occasions. However, under the influence of their handlers, they later withdrew the claim. It is important to note that TRF operates as a front for Lashkar-e-Taiba.”
India has firmly restated its unwavering position against terrorism, declaring it will not succumb to any form of nuclear intimidation or tolerate cross-border terror activities.
In a strong message delivered during a press briefing, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasised, “India maintains a clear and consistent stance — we will not bow to nuclear blackmail, nor will we allow cross-border terrorism to be justified under its shadow.”
India-Pakistan tension LIVE UPDATES: Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Indian government has firmly denied any suggestion of a nuclear threat. In an official press briefing, the Ministry of External Affairs clarified that India's recent military actions were conducted entirely within the conventional framework.
Addressing media concerns, the MEA spokesperson stated, "There is no basis for nuclear apprehensions. All actions taken by India were strictly within the conventional domain." The statement comes in response to speculation over the nature of India's military posture following recent operations along the border.
India has reiterated its commitment to responsible conduct and strategic restraint while asserting its right to defend itself against cross-border terrorism.
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