Congress MP Tiwari: India, Not US, Should Lead Peace Talks with Pakistan

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari has strongly criticized the communication strategy regarding the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, asserting that the message should have emanated from New Delhi instead of Washington. Tiwari lauded the Indian Army, noting its capability and readiness to protect national sovereignty, and emphasized India's status as a powerful nation with a formidable military.

In Tiwari's remarks, he expressed the need for a special session of Parliament to discuss the issue thoroughly and to honor the bravery of Indian soldiers. He advocated for a detailed debate within the parliamentary chamber to recognize and appreciate the contributions of the armed forces.

Earlier, the United States State Department welcomed the ceasefire understanding, praising the leadership of both India and Pakistan for their choice of diplomacy and wisdom. The State Department remarked on the roles of US President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio in encouraging a full ceasefire and direct dialogue between the nations, and reiterated America's support to facilitate further talks to prevent future conflicts.

The backdrop to these developments includes Operation Sindoor, a military initiative launched on May 7 targeting several terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir following a harrowing attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists.

(With inputs from agencies.)