In a strongly worded statement delivered in the Lok Sabha, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar unequivocally denied any involvement of the United States in the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement that followed Operation Sindoor, India’s recent counter-terrorism military offensive. Addressing speculation surrounding a potential phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump, Jaishankar made it clear that no such conversation took place, refuting reports of international mediation.

No Foreign Mediation, Says Jaishankar

“There was no such phone call between PM Modi and Donald Trump between April 22 and June 17,” Jaishankar affirmed in Parliament, rejecting foreign media reports and political speculation that had suggested the US might have played a role in diffusing tensions. He stressed that the ceasefire understanding was the result of direct bilateral communication between India and Pakistan, and not facilitated by any third-party nation.

This statement comes in the wake of statements from political opponents questioning India’s security stance and the transparency of diplomatic actions during the post-Operation Sindoor period.

India Demanded Official Protocol from Pakistan

Elaborating further, Jaishankar shared behind-the-scenes developments following India’s strong military retaliation to terrorist attacks. He revealed that India received informal messages suggesting Pakistan's willingness to de-escalate. However, India maintained a firm stance on diplomatic protocol and demanded that any such request must come through official military communication, specifically from the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of Pakistan.

“After we retaliated to the Pakistan attack, we got phone calls saying Pakistan was ready to stop, but we told them the request has to come from DGMO,” he asserted. This reaffirmed India’s position of strength and insistence on formal military channels for any conflict de-escalation.

Operation Sindoor: A Broader Security Strategy

Jaishankar also placed Operation Sindoor in a broader national security context, stating that it is not a standalone action but part of a long-term strategy to neutralize threats emerging from across the border.

“India's response to terrorism emanating from across the border will not end with Operation Sindoor. We will take whatever action is necessary to protect our citizens and interests,” the minister declared, sending a strong message to both domestic and international audiences regarding India’s proactive and assertive stance against terrorism.

He further confirmed that visa restrictions on Pakistani nationals will continue, describing these measures as an integral part of India’s counter-terrorism framework. These restrictions are not limited to travel and diplomacy but extend to trade, cultural exchanges, and bilateral ties, especially in sectors like sports and academia.

Indian Diplomacy Behind TRF's Global Terror Tag

In a significant diplomatic achievement, Jaishankar highlighted how Indian lobbying led to the United States officially designating The Resistance Front (TRF) — a known proxy of Lashkar-e-Tayyiba (LeT) — as both a Foreign Terrorist Organisation (FTO) and a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT). He credited India's diplomatic corps for persistently pushing this agenda with US lawmakers and international institutions, resulting in tangible global action against state-backed terrorism.

“This designation was not incidental. It was the result of sustained diplomatic pressure, evidence sharing, and strategic engagement,” Jaishankar said, emphasizing India's evolving role in shaping global anti-terror frameworks.

Pakistan’s Global Exposure on Terror

The External Affairs Minister reiterated India's firm position on exposing Pakistan's consistent role in harboring and funding terrorism. He pointed out that India has made significant progress in highlighting Islamabad’s duplicity on global platforms such as the United Nations, G20, BRICS, and most recently, through the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

He stressed, “We have shown the world Pakistan’s true face. Their support to terror is no longer a regional concern but a global threat.”

FATF Grey List Push

During his address, Jaishankar also threw a challenge to the Opposition and global players by urging efforts to bring Pakistan back to the FATF grey list. The call to action follows reports that Pakistan might be resuming support to proxy terror outfits under different names. India is expected to work closely with G7 nations and financial regulators to reopen discussions on Pakistan's compliance and its alleged backsliding on anti-terror financing commitments.

Rebuffing Opposition Criticism

The timing of Jaishankar’s statement was also a direct response to criticisms levelled by AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi, who had earlier questioned the central government’s consistency in dealing with Pakistan. Owaisi criticized India’s cricket diplomacy with Pakistan, asking how “blood and water can’t flow together, but cricket matches can still happen.” Jaishankar’s address, without directly naming Owaisi, served as a point-by-point rebuttal grounded in facts, strategic posture, and protocol adherence.

Ceasefire to Be Seen in National Context

The key takeaway from Jaishankar’s speech was a call for viewing the India-Pakistan ceasefire agreement as a sovereign bilateral move, devoid of foreign pressure or mediation. He made it clear that while India is open to peace, it must come on India’s terms, respecting its sovereignty, security protocol, and zero-tolerance policy on terrorism.

The External Affairs Minister’s remarks also serve as a message to India’s global partners, reaffirming that the country will not tolerate external interference in its internal or border-related affairs. By publicly rejecting the US angle, India once again asserted its independent foreign policy stance, even as it cooperates with global powers on shared security concerns.

This clear and comprehensive articulation by the Indian government is expected to bring closure to speculation about third-party involvement in the latest India-Pakistan military standoff. It also signals a shift in India’s diplomatic messaging — no longer reactive, but assertively shaping global narratives on cross-border terrorism, sovereignty, and national defense.

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