Congress Criticizes PM’s Silence as Trump Marks 25 Years of India-Pakistan Ceasefire Claim

Speedy Summary

• U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly claimed credit for mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan following Operation Sindoor initiated by India.
• Trump stated that the conflict “was probably going to end up in a nuclear war” and claimed five jets were shot down during the fighting.
• Since May 10,2025,when Mr. Trump first announced his involvement in brokering peace, he has reiterated this claim multiple times.
• Indian authorities have maintained firmly that the ceasefire agreement was reached through direct talks between the Directors general of military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan without external mediation.
• Congress MP Jairam Ramesh criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not responding to these claims while allegedly destabilizing domestic institutions at home and traveling abroad extensively.
• Operation Sindoor was launched by India on May 7 as retaliation for a terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians; intense cross-border strikes ensued.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The recurring claims by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his alleged role in preventing escalation between two nuclear powers-India and Pakistan-raises questions of international diplomacy perceptions. While Mr. Trump’s assertions may serve his political narrative domestically, India’s consistent position underscores sovereignty in handling its bilateral conflicts without external interference. This aligns with PM Modi’s explicit rejection of third-party mediation during discussions with Mr. Trump.

Jairam Ramesh’s critique highlights an internal demand for greater openness from the government concerning India’s foreign policy engagements alongside domestic governance priorities. Such debates suggest broader implications about maintaining accountability while navigating critical foreign relations scenarios amidst complex global narratives.For Read More:
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