Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, Delhi, May 14, 2025 : Tensions flared as the Indian government responded sharply to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent statements regarding the India-Pakistan ceasefire. Trump had claimed that both India and Pakistan had agreed to halt hostilities due to American pressure, suggesting his direct involvement in bringing about the ceasefire. India, however, has expressed strong disapproval of these remarks, clarifying that the ceasefire was not influenced by external intervention.
On Tuesday, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a formal response, vehemently denying any suggestion that the United States played a role in the ceasefire agreement. The MEA made it clear that the decision was a result of India’s own strategic interests and diplomatic discussions, not any foreign pressure. External Affairs Secretary Randhir Jaiswal addressed a press conference in which he explained that while there had been ongoing talks between Indian and American leaders, they had nothing to do with trade or the Kashmir issue.
The controversy began after Trump’s remarks last weekend, where he claimed credit for brokering the ceasefire, stating, “After a long night of talks, both countries have agreed to a complete ceasefire from this moment. Congratulations to both sides for using realism at the right time.” Trump went on to assert, “We pressured the two nuclear powers to cease hostilities. I warned them not to stop the war, not to stop trade either. That worked. I stopped the India-Pakistan war.”
In response, India made it clear that while discussions with the U.S. leadership were held throughout the course of Operation Vermilion, which began on May 7, no pressure was applied regarding the ceasefire. The Foreign Secretary categorically stated that the situation on the ground and the evolving military dynamics were the primary focus of the talks, with no mention of any trade-related conditions or mediatory efforts by the U.S.
Furthermore, the Indian government reaffirmed its longstanding position on the Kashmir issue, emphasizing that it remains a bilateral matter between India and Pakistan, with no room for external mediation. “Kashmir was, is, and will remain a bilateral issue between India and Pakistan,” Jaiswal reiterated, making it clear that India would not entertain any attempts to internationalize the dispute.
The Indian government’s firm stance highlights its commitment to maintaining sovereignty and safeguarding its national interests. While diplomatic channels between India and the U.S. remain active, the statement sent a clear message that India’s foreign policy will not be shaped by external pressures, particularly when it comes to matters of national security and territorial integrity.
As the situation continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these diplomatic exchanges will impact future relations between the two countries, but one thing is certain: India’s leadership is resolute in its position on the ceasefire and the Kashmir issue.
