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India rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate in the India-China border dispute, reaffirming its preference for bilateral discussions.
India’s Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, emphasized that India handles its issues with neighbors directly, including China, with recent talks between both countries.
Modi declared India was “not neutral, but on the side of peace” regarding the global conflict situation.
Trump criticized the BRICS group (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa), saying his tariffs had “killed” the group’s influence.
China responded negatively to Trump’s remarks about the Indo-Pacific and warned against “bloc politics” in the region.
Pakistan expressed concern over U.S. military aid to India, particularly advanced weapons like F-35 fighter jets, arguing that it could destabilize the region.
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