In the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, Pakistan's Foreign Office has made an official statement declaring that the country's nuclear arsenal is completely safe and secure. Addressing concerns from the global community and the media, the Foreign Office (FO) of Pakistan emphasized the robustness of the country's command and control structures and reaffirmed confidence in its comprehensive nuclear security regime.

This declaration comes at a time of renewed hostilities, after India’s precision strikes on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7. These strikes were in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that resulted in the tragic loss of 26 Indian lives. Following the Indian offensive, Pakistan launched multiple attempts between May 8 and 10 to target Indian military bases, triggering a strong counter-response from the Indian Armed Forces.

Pakistan's Statement and Concerns Raised

In response to media inquiries on Friday (May 23), the Pakistani Foreign Office released a comprehensive statement reaffirming the nation’s nuclear safety framework. It claimed that the systems in place are fully operational, efficient, and capable of preventing any unauthorized use. The statement also emphasized that Pakistan is a responsible nuclear state and adheres to international norms concerning the safety, security, and management of its nuclear stockpile.

However, the FO also shifted focus to India, claiming that the international community should be more concerned about India’s nuclear posture. Pakistan alleged that growing radicalisation in India's political landscape, media, and public discourse could pose a greater threat to regional and global nuclear stability.

India’s Response: Call for International Oversight

Reacting to Pakistan’s assertions, India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, while addressing a gathering in Srinagar, made strong remarks about Pakistan’s reliability as a nuclear power. He stated that Pakistan’s nuclear weapons should be placed under the supervision of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), considering the volatility and instability in that country. He further accused Pakistan of being a rogue nation with a history of harbouring and sponsoring cross-border terrorism.

Singh’s statement reflects the broader Indian policy shift post-Operation Sindoor, aimed at discouraging nuclear blackmail and sending a strong message against cross-border terrorism. His comments were in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s earlier declaration that India will not tolerate any form of nuclear intimidation from Pakistan.

Backdrop: Operation Sindoor and Its Impact

The recent escalation was triggered by the Pahalgam terrorist attack, which claimed 26 lives and was traced back to terror outfits operating out of Pakistan. In a swift and strategic move, India launched Operation Sindoor in the early hours of May 7, executing precision strikes on terror camps located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).

These strikes were designed to target specific terror launchpads and infrastructure that had been used to facilitate the attack on Indian soil. The operation was described by Indian defence analysts as a calibrated response that avoided civilian casualties but demonstrated India’s enhanced strike capabilities and zero-tolerance stance.

Pakistan’s subsequent attempts to target Indian military facilities over three consecutive days (May 8–10) were repelled by Indian forces, and no significant damage was reported on the Indian side.

Global Reactions and Geopolitical Stakes

The latest statements from both countries have drawn the attention of international stakeholders, including the United Nations, the IAEA, and major powers such as the United States, China, and Russia. While India maintains that its nuclear doctrine is ‘No First Use’, Pakistan’s historical ambiguity and first-use posture have always been a concern.

India’s calls for international monitoring of Pakistan’s nuclear facilities are expected to resonate with several Western powers, especially after the increased global scrutiny over nuclear proliferation risks in South Asia.

Meanwhile, Pakistan's strategy of deflecting attention toward India’s internal socio-political developments is being viewed by analysts as an attempt to shift the narrative. The FO’s claims that radicalisation in India’s political and media landscape is a nuclear threat have received skeptical reception internationally, with many seeing it as diplomatic deflection rather than evidence-based concern.

India’s Internal Security and Diplomatic Strategy

Following Operation Sindoor, India has increased diplomatic outreach to brief strategic partners about the rationale behind the strikes and the need for coordinated action against terrorism emanating from Pakistan. India is also reportedly enhancing border surveillance, air defence readiness, and covert intelligence operations to preempt further cross-border threats.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is expected to issue a formal rebuttal to Pakistan’s statement, reiterating India’s commitment to responsible nuclear behavior and highlighting Pakistan’s track record of nuclear proliferation, particularly its historical association with AQ Khan’s clandestine nuclear network.

Conclusion

As the geopolitical temperature continues to rise in the Indian subcontinent, the question of nuclear weapon safety and responsible state behavior is once again at the forefront. Pakistan’s claims of robust control and security may provide some domestic reassurance, but international trust remains fragile.

India, on the other hand, is pressing for greater accountability, transparency, and oversight, especially from international watchdogs like the IAEA. The fallout from Operation Sindoor continues to reshape the contours of India-Pakistan relations, potentially leading to increased international involvement in South Asia’s nuclear stability equation.

With the shadow of nuclear capability looming over every skirmish and diplomatic faceoff, it becomes increasingly vital for both nations—and the global community—to ensure that nuclear deterrence remains a tool of stability and not a catalyst for disaster.

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