US VP Vance understood that there can be no mediation with terrorists: Tharoor
In a significant development, a high-level Indian delegation led by Congress leader Shashi Tharoor met with US Vice President J.D. Vance in Washington, discussing the recent terrorist attack on Pahalgam in Kashmir. The meeting was part of Operation Sindoor, a diplomatic initiative aimed at strengthening ties between India and the United States.
Following the meeting, Tharoor expressed satisfaction with the outcome, stating that the US Vice President fully understood India’s position on the issue of mediation. “We made our position clear on the question of mediation. Vance fully understood our points,” Tharoor said in a statement. The Indian delegation also emphasized the importance of not confusing terrorists with their victims, highlighting the need for a nuanced approach in addressing the situation.
The discussion centered around the recent terrorist attack on Pahalgam, which has been widely condemned by the international community. The attack, which resulted in the loss of several lives, has sparked widespread outrage and concern about the region’s security situation.
Tharoor’s remarks underscore the importance of not equating terrorists with their victims. “The main point is that mediation implies an equivalence between two parties…there can be no equivalence between terrorists and their victims,” he noted. This sentiment is echoed by many experts, who argue that terrorists cannot be treated as equal parties in any negotiation or mediation process.
The US Vice President’s expression of understanding is significant, as it indicates a willingness to acknowledge the complexities of the situation in Kashmir. India has long maintained that the region is an integral part of the country, and any external interference or mediation can undermine its sovereignty.
The meeting comes at a critical time, as India and Pakistan have been engaged in a heated diplomatic spat over the Kashmir issue. Pakistan has been accused of supporting terrorist groups operating in the region, and India has called for international pressure to be brought to bear on Islamabad to cease its support for these groups.
Tharoor’s delegation included other prominent Indian politicians, including Congress leader Anand Sharma and former diplomat Satish Chandra. The meeting with US Vice President Vance was part of a larger diplomatic initiative aimed at strengthening ties between India and the United States.
The US has been a key partner for India in recent years, and the two countries have cooperated extensively on a range of issues, including counter-terrorism and defense. The meeting between Tharoor and Vance is likely to have further deepened this cooperation, as the two countries work together to address the challenges posed by terrorism in the region.
In conclusion, the meeting between Tharoor and Vance has sent a strong signal that the US understands the complexities of the situation in Kashmir and is willing to work with India to address the challenges posed by terrorism. The Indian delegation’s emphasis on the need for a nuanced approach to the situation, including the rejection of mediation with terrorists, is a critical step forward in the diplomatic efforts to address the crisis.
