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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
‘We did some great work': Donald Trump again claims he brokered India-Pakistan peace; cites trade pressure as tool
File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: AP) US President Donald Trump has once again claimed credit for averting a full-scale war between India and Pakistan, saying he warned both countries of halting all trade ties, which led to the cessation of hostilities. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Friday, Trump asserted, 'We did some great work. India and Pakistan. That was going to be maybe nuclear. We did that.' He said he ordered his top officials to cancel all trade deals with both Delhi and Islamabad when the two nuclear-armed neighbours were 'amidst a big fight'. 'Serbia, Kosovo is going to go at it, going to be a big war. I said, 'you go at it, there's no trade with the United States.… That's what happened with India and Pakistan. I was negotiating with both of them and I said to (treasury secretary) Scott (Bessent), I said to (commerce secretary) Howard (Lutnick), cancel all deals with India and Pakistan. They're not trading with us because they're in a war,' Trump said. Trump said the two countries 'called back. 'What do we do?' I said, 'Look, you want to have trade with the United States. It's great, but you want to go and start using nuclear weapons on each other. We're not going to allow that.' And they both agreed, both have great leaders. They both agreed not to do it. So so we did a lot,' Trump said. Later, Trump also repeated this narrative during the signing of a peace deal between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, claiming credit for 'peace between India and Pakistan, Israel and Iran, and DRC and Rwanda.' He told the press, 'We have two great leaders… they were able to stop. I guess everybody saw that it was going to get very bad.' However, India has consistently maintained that the de-escalation with Pakistan was the result of direct talks between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs). Prime Minister Narendra Modi had firmly conveyed during a phone call with Trump last week that India does not accept mediation and that the initiative came from Pakistan. The India-Pakistan ceasefire was reached on May 10, following four days of intense cross-border missile and drone attacks. While Trump has repeatedly asserted his diplomatic role, India's official stance has been that the ceasefire involved a bilateral military understanding without any third-party involvement. Meanwhile, Trump had also hinted at the possibility of a major trade breakthrough with India. 'I think we're going to reach a deal where we have the right to go in and trade,' he said. The US has been pushing for market access in areas like electric vehicles, wine, and dairy, while India seeks tariff concessions on garments, seafood, and gems. As negotiations continue, a top Indian trade delegation led by special secretary Rajesh Agrawal is currently in Washington to try and conclude an interim pact before the July 9 deadline. The US had earlier suspended high tariffs on Indian goods until that date, and both sides are reportedly working on a first tranche of the broader trade pact that could be finalised later this year.
Business Recorder
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
New realities of power in global politics
Recent geopolitical flashpoints — the four-day military engagement between India and Pakistan and the 12-day war between Iran and Israel—have unveiled two compelling realities. First, despite the shifting tides of multi-polarity, the United States remains the most consequential actor in global power politics. Second, the long-standing regional myths of invincibility and dominance by India's in South Asia and Israel's in the Middle East have been irreversibly challenged. In both crises, the US emerged not only as a mediator but as the ultimate arbiter of dispute resolution and end of hostilities between the said warring nations. President Donald Trump's assertive and decisive phone calls, whether by official design or calculated spectacle, succeeded in arresting escalations that could have spiraled into regional wars - a feat that a world body like the UN could not have achieved so decisively and in so short a time. Washington's capacity to stop two simultaneous conflicts in volatile regions underscores its unmatched diplomatic leverage and military deterrence even in an era of a waning uni-polarity. Equally significant, however, is what these conflicts revealed about the internal dynamics of their respective regions. In South Asia, the India-Pakistan skirmish exposed the limits of New Delhi's regional hegemony. The conflict demonstrated not only Pakistan's strategic resilience but also the geopolitical reality that India is not unilaterally dominant in the subcontinent. Both nations, despite their historical asymmetries in size and economy, were treated as equals by global powers in diplomatic terms. This is a notable departure from narratives of Indian supremacy and highlights the strategic agency of smaller states in the region. Meanwhile, in the Middle East, the twelve-day Israel-Iran conflict similarly unsettled long-held perceptions. While Israel has historically enjoyed technological and military edge, Iran's retaliatory capacity, endurance, and regional alliances gave it a credible deterrent posture. The myth of Israel's absolute military superiority took a hit—not necessarily in battlefield metrics, but in the psychological and diplomatic perceptions that govern modern deterrence theory. Iran showed it could absorb strikes, retaliate meaningfully, and force negotiations—all while maintaining a regional influence structure through proxies. In the wake of the recent India-Pakistan military standoff and the 12-day Israel-Iran war, the global spotlight focused not only on the crisis resolution but also on the visible absence of direct intervention from China and Russia—two major global powers often seen as the principal challengers to US influence. Despite their strategic relationships with Pakistan and Iran respectively, Beijing and Moscow exercised strategic restraint. The absence of direct Chinese and Russian intervention in support of Pakistan and Iran is perhaps not a sign of weakness—it is a calculated strategic posture consistent with their long-term vision of a multi-polar world. Their restraint reflects an understanding that global influence in the 21st century is shaped as much by stability, economic entrenchment, and ideological appeal as by military might. China and Russia prioritize strategic stability over tactical opportunism, particularly in regions where overt engagement could spiral into uncontrollable escalation. Both powers prefer the doctrine of strategic patience and to leverage the US burden to preserve their influence through non-military tools such as diplomacy, infrastructure investment, arms sales, and cyber presence. Also, China's risk calculus avoids getting embroiled in wars that could endanger its global economic interests or supply chains. This strategy has paid off in China's rise as the second biggest economy of the world. It is important to note that China backed Pakistan by providing it with the means of air force and missile superiority over India and Iran with missile superiority over Israel — which proved to be a turning point in both the said conflicts. Additionally, Russia, heavily engaged in Ukraine and under severe Western sanctions, seeks to avoid opening a second front or worsening its diplomatic isolation. In an era where multi-polarity is often taken as a given, recent history just offered a blunt reality check: the United States still sits at the top of the global power pyramid. China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the growing BRICS bloc may be reshaping economic partnerships, but when conflict erupts, it's still Washington—not Beijing or Moscow—that the world turns to. While critics will debate whether Trump's methods are sustainable, the facts on the ground are clear: the global order may be evolving, but America's authority—particularly in moments of crisis—remains unchallenged. China is just not yet ready to overtly exercise its authority into the internal affairs of other countries nor into their wars or conflicts. Much of the same holds true for Russia. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
India.com
20 hours ago
- Sport
- India.com
'There was danger...': Rohit Sharma recalls India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match
Rohit Sharma and Babar Azam. (PIC - X) New Delhi: When a cricket match is played between India and Pakistan, the atmosphere is quite different. There is excitement among the fans of both teams. The whole world watches this match in world cricket with rapt attention. India's ODI team captain Rohit Sharma has recalled the horrific scene of a match played against Pakistan and told how his team was confined to the hotel rooms. Rohit Sharma expressed his feelings after Rohit Sharma has recalled the match played against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup-2024. This match was played in America and was played under very tight security. India had won this match with a bang. Rohit has now revealed the truth about the situation before the match. 'We were not allowed to go out' Rohit said that before the match he was told that there was fear and he was not allowed to go out of the hotel. Talking to Jiostar, Rohit said, 'Before the India and Pakistan match, we were told that there was danger. Something was happening. We were not allowed to go out of the hotel till two days before the match. The atmosphere started building from there. We were ordering food in our rooms. The hotel was so crowded that it was difficult to walk. Fans, media, everyone was outside. Then you realize that this is not just a match, something different is going to happen here.' 'I have played so many India-Pakistan matches, I have forgotten the count now. But that energy before the match, that feeling. It was always very different. It cannot be compared,' Rohit Sharma added Jasprit Bumrah was the game-changer In this match, Mohammad Rizwan became a problem for India. He was taking Pakistan close to victory. Then captain Rohit called Jasprit Bumrah to bowl and he sent Rizwan to the pavilion. After this, Hardik Pandya and Arshdeep Singh bowled brilliantly and gave India victory.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Last decade one of exponential economic growth for country: VP Dhankar
Dehradun, Describing the last decade as one of phenomenal development for the country, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Friday said among the large economies, India is the fastest growing and set to become the third largest economy in the world in 2-3 years. Last decade one of exponential economic growth for country: VP Dhankar "India's economic rise has been exponential, our infrastructural growth has been phenomenal. Among the large economies we are the fastest growing. The last decade for Bharat has been a decade of development, a decade of growth, a decade of finding a new place in the world order," he said. India will emerge as the third largest economy in the world in two-three years, he said addressing the students of Sherwood College, Nainital on the occasion of the institution's 156th foundation day on Friday. "Viksit Bharat " or developed India is not a dream for the country anymore but its destination, Dhankar said. He reminded the students that they had a significant role to play in the nation's journey courtesy the world class education at Sherwood whose distinguished alumni were an inspiration for all. Naming a few such as Major Somnath Sharma who was the first recipient of the Paramveer Chakra, the architect of the 1971 India-Pakistan war Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw and cinema legend Amitabh Bachchan, Dhankar said, "Their legacy is your responsibility. You have to set new benchmarks of excellence." He said they were privileged to be receiving this kind of education in a country of 1.4 billion with a large section of the country's population not having access to such quality of education. Asking them to utilise this advantage for nation building, he reminded them of Swami Vivekananda's famous line and said,"Arise and awake and stop not till the goal is achieved." Dhankhar also said India is capturing the attention of the world not only because of its fast growing economy or scientific development but also its enviable demographic dividend. "The median age of India is 28 years. That means we are ten years younger than China and the US. 65 per cent of India's population is below 35 years. The world is changing too fast for us. We are not to be overtaken by this change but we have to create the change that we want," he added. He referred to the country's ancientness, its 5,000 year old civilisation and its vast wealth of scriptures. "No other country stands close to us when it comes to the vast wealth of knowledge contained in our scriptures like the Geeta, the Mahabharat or the Upanishads," Dhankar said, seated on a chair. Opening his address the vice president humorously remarked that he was in the habit of sitting in his chair as the chairman of the Rajya Sabha since August, 2022. "Chairman rises only when there is disturbance or disruption. With this kind of decorum and discipline I can remain seated," he said as the audience burst into laughter. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'We were told there was a threat': Rohit Sharma spills secrets of India vs Pakistan clash
Rohit Sharma, Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The anticipation surrounding an India-Pakistan match is unlike any other in cricket — a sentiment echoed by fans and players alike, thanks to the intense and historic rivalry between the two nations. India captain Rohit Sharma , who has featured in numerous such high-stakes contests, admitted that the atmosphere around these games is unmatched. Recalling the T20 World Cup 2024 clash between them, Rohit said the pre-match environment was like a festival, starting from their hotel and extending to the stadium. India won the match by six runs in a low-scoring thriller as Jasprit Bumrah collected the figures of 3-14 to bag the Player of the Match accolade. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "Before the India vs Pakistan match, we were told there was a threat - something was going on. So, two days before the game, we weren't allowed to step out of the hotel. The atmosphere started building from there. We were ordering food in, and the hotel was so packed you could barely walk. Fans, media - everyone was there. That's when you realise this isn't just another match - something special is about to happen. "As soon as we got near the stadium, it already felt like a celebration - Indian fans, Pakistani fans, all dancing and enjoying themselves. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo I've played so many India–Pakistan games now - I've lost count - but that pre-match energy, that feeling… It's always something else. Nothing compares to it," Rohit said on JioHotstar's special 'Champions Waali Feeling Phir Se'. In the match, India suffered early blows in Virat Kohli (4), Rohit (13) and Axar Patel (20) but Rishabh Pant played a decisive knock of 42 off 31 balls including six fours to take the side to a respectable total of 119 as no other batter in the middle order was able to reach double figures. Why Team India will practice behind closed doors in Birmingham, details of bonding session and more Lauding Pant's efforts, Rohit said the wicketkeeper-batter played up to his potential and kept them alive on the challenging surface. 'We just wanted Rishabh to be Rishabh - do all the things he does best, unsettle the bowlers, play freely. And he did that perfectly. His innings was around 42, and on that pitch, that's as good as scoring 70. It was a very challenging surface - something was always happening. "The par score there was probably 130 or 140. We ended up with 119. Our plan wasn't to go for 200 - we were aiming for 140. But of course, we lost wickets along the way. And that's when Rishabh played that crucial knock of 40-plus, which really held things together. Eventually, we got 119 - and I actually felt it could still be a good score. Maybe 10–15 runs short, but I knew that if we got 2–3 early wickets with the new ball, that 119 would start to feel like 160," Rohit said. The opening batter went on to heap praise on the pace duo of Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh for successfully defending the total and also highlighting their worth in the shortest format of the game. 'Country over my child': KL Rahul's first words before England Tests 'With Bumrah, you've got to be proactive in how you use him. He's a wicket-taker, and at the same time, he's not going to leak runs. So, how do you balance that, especially when the opposition is chasing at a run-a-ball? Arshdeep has been phenomenal too. Over the last two years, there's a reason he's become India's highest wicket-taker in T20Is — he's a really smart bowler. "So, with both of them, my focus was on how to use their remaining overs strategically. You think about which batters are coming in, how would they handle Arshdeep and Bumrah? On that pitch, it was tough for new batters to settle, so our goal was to force new guys to the crease. That was the plan," Rohit concluded. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
