Prime Minister Narendra Modi has firmly stated in Parliament that no world leader asked India to halt Operation Sindoor, the sweeping military response to the Pahalgam terror attack that shook the nation. Modi’s strong words come amid intense political debate, with the opposition questioning the government’s handling of international diplomacy—especially regarding claims of a US-mediated ceasefire.What Did Modi Say?In his powerful address to the Lok Sabha, Modi declared:“No country in the world stopped India from acting in its defence. Only three of the 193 UN member states spoke in favour of Pakistan—everyone else stood by India.”Highlighting that he was in a critical meeting with military commanders during the crucial hours, the Prime Minister revealed that while US Vice President JD Vance tried to call him, the government’s strategy was deliberate and unwavering. He recalled telling Vance, “If this is Pakistan’s intention, then they’ll pay dearly—we will respond with a far bigger attack. We will fire cannonballs against their bullets.”How Did the Operation Unfold?Operation Sindoor was India’s decisive and coordinated military retaliation—launched after the April 22 Pahalgam attack, which claimed 26 lives. The operation targeted terrorist strongholds deep inside Pakistan and destroyed key terror hubs, using advanced Indian-built drones and missiles. Modi described the operation as a “vijayotsav” (victory celebration) for the nation, and a turning point for India’s indigenous defence capabilities.Turning Pakistan’s “Nuclear Bluff”Addressing concerns over nuclear threats, Modi said,“Pakistan tried to use the nuclear bogey as deterrence, but we called their bluff and showed the world that India will not bow down to nuclear blackmail.”He also recounted how the Pakistani military, after suffering significant losses between May 9 and May 10, pleaded for a ceasefire:“Pakistan’s DGMO called our DGMO and said, ‘Bas karo, bahut mara... stop the attack’ (Please stop, we’ve had enough).”Global Support—Except ThreeModi emphasized that except for three nations, the international community—including big players like the US, France, Russia, and Germany—stood with India. Strategic blocs such as the QUAD and BRICS voiced their backing. He called out the opposition for echoing “Pakistan’s propaganda” while the world rallied behind the Indian armed forces.Why This MattersOperation Sindoor shattered decades-old assumptions about deterrence and international mediation during India-Pakistan conflicts.It elevated the global demand for Indian military technology and showcased India’s strategic autonomy.The episode is now seen as a template for how India will respond to future provocations—swiftly, decisively, and with full confidence in domestic capability.
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