Indian opposition questions Modi’s silence on U.S. allegations.

Opposition Questions Modi Over Trump’s Ceasefire Claims & US Mediation in Kashmir

1. Trump’s Ceasefire Claims Spark Controversy

   • US President Donald Trump claimed credit for brokering an India-Pakistan ceasefire, contradicting India’s long-standing “no third-party mediation” policy on Kashmir.

   • Opposition leaders demand answers from PM Modi, who remained silent on Trump’s remarks during his victory speech.

2. Opposition Demands Clarity on US Role

   • Congress MP Jairam Ramesh accused Modi of being “upstaged by Trump’s revelations” and questioned:

     • Has India secretly accepted US mediation?

     • Will talks with Pakistan be held on “neutral territory” as Trump suggested?

   • Randeep Surjewala (Congress) asked if the ceasefire was linked to US intervention, violating India’s policy.

3. Calls for Parliamentary Debate & Government Response

   • CPI(M) leader M.A. Baby demanded a special Parliament session, calling Trump’s preemptive ceasefire announcement “seriously concerning.”

   • RJD’s Manoj Jha urged Modi to publicly reject Trump’s claims and reaffirm India’s bilateral dispute resolution policy.

   • AIMIM’s Asaduddin Owaisi questioned if India was letting Kashmir be internationalized, asking:

     • Why agree to “neutral site” talks?

     • Is the ceasefire just a “Trump-brokered deal”?

4. Diplomatic & Political Fallout

   • Modi’s silence has fueled speculation that India may be softening its stance under US pressure.

   • If true, this could mark a major shift in India’s foreign policy, risking backlash from nationalists.

   • The opposition warns against “dialogue-baazi” (empty rhetoric) and demands transparency on Kashmir strategy.

A Test for Modi’s Leadership

The controversy exposes a growing rift between the government’s diplomatic maneuvers and public posturing on Kashmir. If Modi fails to clarify, it could:

• Undermine India’s sovereignty claims over Kashmir.

• Embolden Pakistan to seek more international mediation.

• Erode domestic trust in Modi’s leadership.

The opposition’s demand for a Parliamentary debate is crucial—without clarity, the government risks appearing subservient to US influence, a dangerous perception in Indian politics. The coming days will reveal whether this is a strategic shift or a diplomatic misstep.