In a firm declaration, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has reaffirmed India's longstanding policy of engaging in direct, bilateral discussions with Pakistan, explicitly rejecting any third-party mediation, including recent offers from U.S. President Donald Trump.

Addressing the media, Jaishankar emphasized that India's position has remained consistent for over four decades: all issues with Pakistan, particularly concerning Kashmir, are to be resolved bilaterally without external intervention.

This statement comes in response to President Trump's recent suggestion of mediating between India and Pakistan. Jaishankar clarified that any discussions on Kashmir would occur solely between India and Pakistan, reiterating that the matter is internal and not open to international mediation.

Furthermore, Jaishankar addressed allegations regarding India's recent military operations, stating that India's actions were targeted solely at terrorist infrastructure and not directed at Pakistani military forces. He also dismissed claims that trade incentives influenced the recent ceasefire, asserting that no such agreements were made.

India's stance underscores its commitment to resolving issues directly with Pakistan, maintaining sovereignty over its internal affairs, and resisting external pressures for third-party involvement in bilateral matters.