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Trump posts UN clip of Pakistan PM thanking him for stopping India’s Operation Sindoor
Reported by Sneha Patil (Staff Writer) · The Hindu - International ·
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U.S. President Donald Trump posted an 87‑second video of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s United Nations speech on Truth Social on September 25, 2026. In the clip Sharif thanked Trump’s “resolute and visionary leadership” and said the American president’s “timely intervention” halted Operation Sindoor.
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Sharif called Operation Sindoor, launched by India in May, “external aggression” and praised Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir for “courageous leadership.” Trump shared the clip without adding any comment. In his own UN address on September 22, 2026, Trump claimed he had helped settle eight wars, including the Pakistan‑India conflict, and said Sharif had credited him with saving 30 million lives in South Asia. He also said most countries he mentioned had written letters thanking him.
Background
India began Operation Sindoor on May 7 last year to strike terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir, saying it was retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 civilians. New Delhi rejected Trump’s claims, stating the operation was paused after Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations asked the Indian Army to halt it.
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What Happened
Trump posted a short video of Sharif’s UN speech where the Pakistani leader thanked him for stopping India’s Operation Sindoor.
Why It Matters
The exchange highlights how both leaders are using international forums to claim credit for diplomatic moves. Sharif’s gratitude frames the U.S. as a peace‑maker in a long‑running India‑Pakistan rivalry, while Trump’s UN remarks portray him as a global stabiliser who has ended multiple wars. India’s denial of the claim and its note that the operation was paused after a Pakistani request adds a layer of diplomatic tension, showing how statements at the UN can quickly become points of contention.
What Happens Next
Observers will watch for any official response from India or Pakistan’s foreign ministries. If the narrative gains traction, it could influence how other South Asian nations view U.S. involvement in regional disputes. At the same time, the UN may become a stage for further claims and counter‑claims, but no concrete policy shift has been announced yet.
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