Jaishankar Shuts up Trump | USA was in United States during India Pakistan Conflict

Summary

In this video, Prashant Dhawan discusses India's foreign policy, particularly the recent statements made by Dr. S. Jaishankar, India’s Foreign Minister, regarding the claims of former U.S. President Donald Trump. Jaishankar dismantles Trump’s claims of mediating between India and Pakistan during military tensions. The video explains the context of the military operation and how Trump’s statements were countered by Indian authorities. It highlights India's clear stance on terrorism, its autonomy in foreign affairs, and the country's preparedness to take further action if necessary, especially in the face of global pressure or misinformation.

Takeaways

• 😀 Dr. S. Jaishankar recently debunked Donald Trump's claims regarding his role in mediating between India and Pakistan during a potential nuclear conflict.
• 😀 Trump falsely claimed that the US played a central role in preventing nuclear war between India and Pakistan, but India rejected any US mediation.
• 😀 Dr. Jaishankar emphasized that the US remained in the United States while India and Pakistan directly negotiated the ceasefire.
• 😀 Despite claims from Trump and some media figures, India clarified that the ceasefire decision was based on India's conditions and not US involvement.
• 😀 John Bolton, former US National Security Advisor, confirmed that Trump's behavior of taking credit for international achievements is a recurring pattern.
• 😀 Bolton clarified that Trump's intention wasn't to harm India's interests but to seek personal recognition, particularly for a potential Nobel Peace Prize.
• 😀 Dr. Jaishankar made it clear that any future action against Pakistan will be determined by India's own strategic considerations, not external pressure.
• 😀 India rejected any suggestions that the US brokered a peace deal between India and Pakistan and reaffirmed its stance on countering terrorism.
• 😀 The US has faced increasing criticism from both Indian media and officials regarding Trump's misleading claims about his mediation role.
• 😀 India remains resolute in its counterterrorism stance, making it clear that any future strikes on Pakistan will be based on India's security needs and not external influences.

Q & A

What did Dr. S. Jaishankar's statement about Donald Trump's claims clarify?

Dr. S. Jaishankar clarified that the US, under Donald Trump, did not mediate between India and Pakistan, as Trump claimed. India made its decisions on its own, and any ceasefire action was a result of communication directly with Pakistan.

What did Donald Trump's claims about mediating the India-Pakistan conflict suggest?

Donald Trump claimed that he had played a major role in preventing a nuclear war between India and Pakistan by mediating between the two countries. He suggested that his intervention stopped a potential escalation.

How did Dr. Jaishankar respond to Trump's claims regarding mediation?

Dr. Jaishankar stated that Trump's claims were inaccurate, and the United States did not play a significant role in the mediation. India acted independently, and any ceasefire was initiated by Pakistan's military contacting India's military.

What role did the United States play during the India-Pakistan conflict according to the script?

The United States had some involvement, including emergency calls made by US representatives like JD Vance and Marco Rubio, but they did not mediate or force a ceasefire. India and Pakistan communicated directly for any ceasefire actions.

Why does Dr. Jaishankar dismiss Trump's credit-taking in the India-Pakistan situation?

Dr. Jaishankar dismissed Trump's credit-taking as an attempt by Trump to enhance his global image and gain personal recognition, such as a Nobel Peace Prize, rather than a genuine intervention to prevent war.

What did John Bolton, former National Security Advisor of the USA, say about Trump's claims?

John Bolton confirmed that Trump was not trying to harm India but was simply seeking credit for stopping a conflict. He emphasized that Trump often claimed credit for various global issues.

What did Dr. Jaishankar make clear about India's stance on terrorism?

Dr. Jaishankar emphasized that India will continue to act against terrorism, even if it means striking Pakistan again. He highlighted India's commitment to combating terrorism, regardless of any external pressures.

How did the international community, particularly in Europe, respond to the India-Pakistan conflict?

In Europe, Dr. Jaishankar held discussions to explain India's position, particularly its stance on terrorism and the justification for military actions like Operation Sindoor. These conversations were aimed at clarifying India's actions on the global stage.

What did Dr. Jaishankar's statement about Operation Sindoor indicate?

Dr. Jaishankar clarified that India paused Operation Sindoor after receiving a call from Pakistan’s generals, not due to external pressure. The decision to pause was made based on direct communication with Pakistan's military.

What is the significance of Dr. Jaishankar's statement about future actions regarding Pakistan?

Dr. Jaishankar made it clear that if India perceives a continued threat from terrorism in Pakistan, it will take further military action. He stressed that India is prepared to strike again if necessary, and the message is clear—India will act if required.