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PM unveils new doctrine, frames it part of global war on terror

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India's New Doctrine Against Terrorism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has established a new doctrine against terrorism for India, building on past operations such as Uri and Balakot. This doctrine is characterized by the following key elements:

  • Responses to terrorist threats will be on India's terms.
  • No tolerance for terror that uses "nuclear blackmail" as a shield.
  • No distinction between terrorists, their leaders, and governments that sponsor terrorism.

Modi emphasized that military actions are "suspended," not ceased, as India monitors Pakistan's behavior, indicating a qualitative shift towards a more aggressive stance with a lower threshold for retaliation.

Operation Sindoor

Operation Sindoor marks a new phase in India's counter-terrorism efforts:

  • The first response framed by Modi after the Pahalgam terror attack involved strikes on nine locations.
  • Demonstrates a refusal to tolerate nuclear posturing by Pakistan, which had called and later canceled a nuclear command authority meeting.
  • Highlighted evidence of state-sponsored terrorism by Pakistan, with its military officials publicly supporting slain terrorists.

Global Implications

Modi linked Indian counter-terrorism efforts to the global war on terror, drawing parallels with actions taken by the US and NATO post 9/11. Key points include:

  • Highlighting India's military capability, including successful air defenses and precision attacks.
  • Characterizing Pakistan's actions as a threat to global peace and stability.

Engagement with the International Community

Modi aimed to align international opinion against terrorism, using diplomatic channels and statements to emphasize India's stance:

  • Advocating for zero tolerance against terrorism as essential for global peace.
  • Rejecting criticism of warmongering by stressing the focus is on terrorism, not war.

Diplomatic Stance on Pakistan

Modi reinforced India's redlines concerning dialogue with Pakistan:

  • Dialogue suspended since 2016 due to Pakistan's support for terrorism.
  • Stated that any talks with Pakistan will focus exclusively on terrorism and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
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