Pakistan sought ceasefire during the recent military standoff, India said, firmly rejecting China’s claim of having mediated between New Delhi and Islamabad. The Ministry of External Affairs has reiterated that the May 10 ceasefire followed Operation Sindoor and was achieved solely through direct military-level communication.
India clarified that the ceasefire resulted from talks between the Directors General of Military Operations of both countries. Officials stressed that there was no third-party involvement at any stage. New Delhi has consistently maintained that issues with Pakistan are bilateral and do not require external mediation.
The clarification came after Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi claimed Beijing had mediated multiple global conflicts. Speaking at an international forum, Wang said China helped ease tensions between India and Pakistan, among other disputes. He described China’s approach as neutral and focused on long-term peace.
Indian officials dismissed these remarks, calling them inaccurate. They underlined that Pakistan requested de-escalation after sustained pressure following India’s military action. The communication channel between the two DGMOs was activated directly, leading to the ceasefire understanding.
India also reiterated its long-standing position that dialogue with Pakistan can only take place in an environment free from terrorism. The government said misleading claims about mediation undermine established diplomatic facts and regional realities.
