New Delhi – On September 27, India disclosed that Pakistan’s military pleaded for a cessation of fighting during the military operation known as Operation Sindoor. India firmly stated that any issues between New Delhi and Islamabad do not require intervention from third parties.
First Secretary in India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, Petal Gahlot, made these remarks following Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s address during the General Debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA). In his speech, Sharif credited former U.S. President Donald Trump with averting a potential conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
Gahlot criticized Sharif’s address as “absurd theatrics” that glorified terrorism, which he indicated is central to Pakistan’s foreign policy. “This Assembly witnessed absurd theatrics in the morning from the prime minister of Pakistan,” he stated, delivering India’s Right of Reply at the UNGA.
During his speech, Sharif expressed Pakistan’s willingness for “composite, comprehensive and result-oriented” dialogue with India regarding all outstanding issues. He accused New Delhi of failing to address the situation in Kashmir, which remains a vital point of contention.
Sharif, demonstrating diplomacy, praised Trump for his role in promoting peace, claiming that his “efforts for peace helped avert a … war in South Asia.” He announced that Pakistan nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, stating, “In recognition of President Trump’s wonderful and outstanding contribution to promote peace in our part of the world, Pakistan nominated him for the Nobel Peace Prize.”
Operation Sindoor commenced on May 7, initiated by India as a countermeasure following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 that claimed the lives of 26 civilians. This operation targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, reflecting India’s commitment to addressing cross-border terrorism.
India has consistently reiterated that the agreement on halting hostilities emerged following direct communication between the directors general of military operations from both nations. The ongoing conflicts and dialogues highlight the complex and volatile relationship between India and Pakistan, indicating a delicate balance of diplomacy and military readiness.
