New Delhi, July 28 (NationPress) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar addressed the Lok Sabha, during a pivotal debate on Operation Sindoor, and made it abundantly clear that India is unwavering in its zero-tolerance policy on terrorism, particularly when it stems from across the border in Pakistan.

He firmly refuted claims of any communication between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and then U.S. President Donald Trump during the critical period of military engagement.

“There was no call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump from April 22 to June 17,” Jaishankar stated, dispelling any notions that international pressure influenced the actions taken during Operation Sindoor.

Launched on May 7, Operation Sindoor was a direct military response to the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, mostly civilians.

This operation initiated a brief yet intense four-day military confrontation with Pakistan, during which Islamabad made unsuccessful attempts at drone and missile strikes against Indian territory.

The situation began to de-escalate when the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of Pakistan contacted his Indian counterpart to discuss a ceasefire, indicating the failure of Pakistan’s aggressive tactics.

Jaishankar highlighted that India has consistently taken the lead on the global stage to expose Pakistan’s enduring role in supporting terrorism.

“We have conveyed to world leaders our zero tolerance against terrorism. We possess the right to defend ourselves,” he emphasized, reaffirming India’s determination.

The External Affairs Minister pointed out that India’s efforts to diplomatically isolate Pakistan have borne fruit.

“New Delhi has not only outlined Islamabad's troubling history but also successfully revealed its true nature to the world,” Jaishankar informed the Lok Sabha.

Importantly, he asserted that Operation Sindoor is not the conclusion of India’s response to terrorism sponsored by Pakistan.

“India's measures against cross-border terrorism will not conclude with Operation Sindoor. We will undertake any necessary actions to safeguard our citizens and interests,” he declared, reinforcing the government’s commitment to national security.

Moreover, he confirmed that visa restrictions on Pakistani nationals will persist as part of India’s comprehensive counter-terrorism strategy.

“These actions are integral to our broader strategy for tackling the threat of terrorism,” Jaishankar concluded.