The last 48 hours have been intense along the India-Pakistan border. What started with cross-border shelling has now turned into a serious military confrontation.
On Tuesday, India launched Operation Sindoor, a tri-service strike that targeted nine major terrorist camps deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force acted in coordination, making it one of the boldest military operations in recent memory.
The strikes were carried out with precision and speed, sending a powerful message: India will not tolerate cross-border terrorism. While many Indians have praised the military’s courage, the global community is now watching with growing concern.
A major question that’s being discussed worldwide is—what is the United States’ stand on this conflict? Will they side with India, remain neutral, or try to mediate?
On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump finally addressed the situation. In a media briefing, he said:
“It’s so terrible. My position is that I get along with both. I know both very well and I want to see them work it out. I want to see them stop. Hopefully, they can stop now as they have gone tit-for-tat. So hopefully they can stop now.”
Trump added that he’s willing to step in if needed:
“If I can do anything to help, I will be there.”
His words were seen by many as cautious and balanced. While he didn’t openly take sides, his concern over the rising tension was clear. What stood out was how quickly Trump responded—just hours after the operation began, as he entered the Oval Office, reporters briefed him, and he reacted immediately:
“They’ve been fighting for a long time… I just hope it ends very quickly.”
Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio released a formal statement. He confirmed that the US is closely monitoring the situation and staying in touch with both sides. He also revealed that India’s NSA Ajit Doval personally briefed him right after Operation Sindoor was executed.
As the world watches closely, and international leaders weigh in, one thing is clear—India has made its move. What happens next will define the region’s future in the days to come.