"Islamabad expresses readiness for dialogues on all matters, including Kashmir; Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar states Pakistan will not plead for negotiations."
Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, has reiterated the country's position in the ongoing conflict with India, emphasising Pakistan's readiness to respond with full force in case of aggression, even through sea. Dar also asserted that Pakistan would not "beg for talks" with India.
Dar's statements come amidst heightened tensions between the two nations, with ties having come under severe strain following the Pahalgam attack in April. The reciprocal airspace ban between India and Pakistan has been extended for the fifth straight month.
In a significant development, India and Pakistan reached an understanding after four days of intense cross-border drone and missile strikes on May 10. However, no new information about the nature of this understanding has been disclosed.
The composite dialogue between India and Pakistan, initiated during General Pervez Musharraf's rule in Pakistan in 2003, aimed to address all outstanding issues, including Kashmir. The dialogue, containing eight baskets of components, was derailed after the 2008 Mumbai attacks and never restored to its original form.
Pakistan is willing to engage in 'composite' talks with India about all outstanding issues, including Kashmir, as per Pakistan's longstanding position. If resumed, the composite dialogue would discuss the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.
Dar also highlighted Pakistan's proactive diplomacy that has resulted in the acceptance and acknowledgement of Pakistan's narrative regarding the conflict with India at the global level. He also stated that Pakistan did not request for US support during Operation Sindoor, contrary to some reports.
In a show of strength, Pakistani forces proved their prowess in the air and on land during the conflict with India. However, no new information about Operation Sindoor was provided.
Trump is denied a role in the ceasefire between India and Pakistan, as per Dar's statements. It remains to be seen how these developments will shape the future of relations between India and Pakistan.
