In a recent statement addressing the aftermath of the Palhagam attack and the Operation Sindoor conflict, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar revealed Pakistan’s willingness to negotiate with India. He noted, however, that Pakistan has not received any communication from India regarding this.
During a public appearance, Dar clarified that India had consistently rejected the involvement of any third-party mediator. He said that when Pakistan inquired with US Senator Marco Rubio about the possibility of US mediation, Rubio dismissed the idea. This directly contradicts claims made by former US President Donald Trump, who had repeatedly asserted his role in facilitating dialogue between the two nations.
Dar also emphasized that Pakistan is ready to engage in talks with India, and that discussions could occur on any terms India prefers, but that Pakistan would not be begging for such talks. Pakistan welcomes dialogue, believing it is the means by which solutions are found. He affirmed that Pakistan is a peace-loving nation and would not compel India to negotiate if it chose not to.
Former US President Donald Trump, after the ceasefire on May 10, has made over 30 claims to having aided the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan. He mentioned on many occasions that he had helped decrease tension between the two countries and that the US would increase trade if both nations stopped fighting.
India consistently denied Trump’s claims. India stated that the ceasefire happened after direct talks between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both countries. India has repeatedly said that Trump had no role in the matter. Now, the Pakistani Foreign Minister’s statements have also challenged Trump’s claims.