India clarifies that the recent ceasefire with Pakistan was solely a bilateral matter. Contrary to claims by China and Donald Trump, no third-party mediation took place, emphasizing India’s autonomous and clear diplomatic stance.
India Clarifies on Third-Party Role in India-Pakistan Ceasefire
New Delhi: The recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan has sparked intense international political commentary. Initially, US President Donald Trump claimed to have played a role in brokering the ceasefire. Following this, China also presented itself as a mediator in the peace talks between India and Pakistan.
However, India has categorically rejected all these claims, clarifying that the matter was solely between the two countries. Indian government sources stated that Pakistan itself requested the ceasefire after Operation Sindoor, and no third country was involved.
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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi recently stated that Beijing has played a role in resolving several global conflicts, including the India-Pakistan tensions. Following this statement, India once again clarified that there was no question of mediation. Government sources told a media outlet that India's stance has always been clear: there was no need for third-party mediation.
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According to India, Pakistan initiated the ceasefire. The date, time, and terms of the ceasefire were finalized during discussions between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both countries. India also clarified that no other country played any role in this process.
In his statement, Wang Yi claimed that China had mediated in several international conflicts, including those involving Myanmar, the Iranian nuclear issue, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and the Cambodia-Thailand dispute. India clarified that neither China nor any other country intervened in the India-Pakistan dispute.
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India has made it clear that the ceasefire was entirely a bilateral matter. India has not accepted any international claims regarding mediation. This clarification demonstrates India's autonomous and firm stance on its military and diplomatic affairs.
