New Delhi has firmly addressed rhetoric emerging from Islamabad, making it clear that statements alone cannot substitute for genuine counter-terrorism action. Following claims by Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir regarding his military's resolve to eradicate terrorism, India noted that international credibility depends entirely on verifiable outcomes. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal underlined that global trust will only follow visible, concrete operations on the ground against cross-border terror networks.
Credible Measures Needed over Cross-Border Terror
Addressing diplomatic queries, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal pointed out that Pakistan must present authentic and credible action to validate its public posture. The response followed recent remarks by Field Marshal Asim Munir claiming that Pakistan's armed forces were fully resolved to defeat terrorism. India underscored that historical patterns show a persistent divergence between declarations and actual conduct. Global institutions and neighboring nations can only evaluate commitments when operational steps to dismantle terror infrastructure are demonstrably visible on the ground.
Condemnation of Airstrikes Across Afghan Territory
India also registered strong objections to Pakistani aerial strikes carried out across the Kunar and Paktika provinces of Afghanistan. Jaiswal condemned the offensive operations, characterizing aggression against a sovereign neighboring state as contrary to regional peace and stability. The spokesperson extended condolences over the loss of innocent lives and conveyed wishes for the recovery of those wounded in the strikes. United Nations mission assessments confirmed that three civilians died and four sustained injuries in Kunar during the bombing. While Pakistani authorities maintained that their warplanes targeted militant elements, Afghan authorities lodged a formal protest against the violation of their territorial independence. In response, India reiterated its unwavering support for Afghanistan's sovereignty, freedom, and territorial integrity.
Diplomatic Engagement on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Detailing ongoing engagements surrounding the conflict in Europe, Jaiswal commented on the bilateral discussions held between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and the Foreign Minister of Ukraine. The spokesperson reiterated India's principled stance that sustainable resolution of the hostilities can solely be accomplished through continuous dialogue and diplomatic negotiations. India maintains active communication channels with leadership in both Russia and Ukraine, and remains ready to offer constructive assistance if requested to support peaceful conflict resolution.
Advancing Bilateral Ties with Japan
On bilateral engagements in the Indo-Pacific framework, a visiting delegation from Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party met with India's Foreign Secretary. The Japanese delegation was headed by Taro Kono, Director General of the LDP International Bureau. Jaiswal informed that the high-level discussions centered on broadening economic security partnerships, deepening defense collaboration, and reinforcing the broader bilateral framework connecting both nations.
