U.S. Mediation Claim in India-Pakistan Conflict

The U.S. President has repeatedly asserted that he mediated the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, a claim that has been dismissed by India.

India's Response

• Rebuttal by MEA: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has refuted the mediation claims, emphasizing that the ceasefire talks were held directly between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) of both countries. 
• Timeline of Events: The Pakistani DGMO proposed halting hostilities, to which India agreed, following Pakistan's reaction to Indian strikes on its bases. 

U.S. Involvement

• Engagement with U.S.: India kept the U.S. informed about its stance through Prime Minister Modi and other officials. 
• Outrage in Delhi: The claims contradict India's policy against third-party mediation in bilateral issues. 

Controversial Comments

• Kashmir Dispute: The U.S. President’s offer to mediate in the Kashmir dispute contradicts India's policy against internationalizing the issue. 
• Nuclear War Narrative: The U.S. President has not addressed India’s terrorism concerns and seems to align with Pakistan’s narrative on a potential nuclear war. 

Trade Relations

• Trade Discussions Denied: The MEA spokesperson denied any trade discussions, despite the U.S. President’s claims of influencing India and Pakistan through trade threats. 

Analysis and Implications

• Shift in U.S. Stance: India must consider if the U.S. President's comments indicate a change in U.S. policy or are merely characteristic of his communication style. 
• Regional Dynamics: The China-Pakistan cooperation may be influencing U.S. concerns, affecting its stance on South Asia. 
• Message to the U.S.: India needs to assert that its fight against cross-border terrorism should not be disregarded, especially by allies like the U.S.