India–Pakistan Relations In Spotlight After Jaishankar Comments on Pakistan Army, Mentions Putin Visit

New Delhi[India] December 06: India and Pakistan's military tensions are not new. They  have faced military tension for decades. Many talks failed because of mistrust. At HTLS 2025 in New Delhi, S Jaishankar explained this history in simple terms. He said India’s issues often begin with the Pakistani Army. He said this has been the reality for many years. He also said every army has good leaders and not so good leaders. This comment came while speaking about Pakistan Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir. His remark created instant reactions in the hall.

Question On Pakistan’s Position And Jaishankar’s Clear Reply

A question was asked about whether India has diplomatically boxed Pakistan into a corner. Jaishankar said people should look at the state of Pakistan. He said India should not compare itself with Pakistan. He said India has stronger capability and better reputation. He said India does not need to be obsessed with this comparison. He said issues will be handled in a calm way. His reply showed confidence. Many listeners felt his tone was firm yet respectful. It also reflected long standing Indian policy.

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Discussion On Operation Sindoor And India’s Rules

Someone asked if India should have acted differently during Operation Sindoor. Jaishankar said the country works with rules. He said India believes in norms. He said India remains accountable to people. He said actions cannot be taken without responsibility. He said it is easy for others to suggest bold moves. But a nation must follow its framework. This point linked to India’s history of taking careful steps. India has always acted with caution in major military decisions. His words repeated this tradition.

Comments On Putin’s Visit And India Russia Relationship

Talk also moved to Russia. Jaishankar said President Vladimir Putin’s visit is important. India and Russia have a long relationship. This dates back to Soviet times. He said major nations must keep their key ties strong. He said India should have good cooperation with many global powers. He said a rising India needs freedom of choice in foreign policy. He said this is the core idea of India’s global approach. His explanation kept the audience engaged. It showed how India balances many partners.

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Trade Talks With United States And No Fear Of Pressure

A question was asked about whether Putin’s visit could hurt trade talks with the United States. Jaishankar said this fear is wrong. He said every country knows India has ties with all major powers. He said no nation can expect to control India’s relationships. He said India would never accept such a demand. He also said other nations follow the same idea. He reminded the audience that India has always kept multiple relations alive. He said freedom of choice is a part of India’s policy. His response made the hall nod in agreement.