Donald Trump on Operation Sindoor: If I was not there, Pak PM would have been killed, Trump shocked the world by mentioning Operation Sindoor

News India Live, Digital Desk: US President Donald Trump has once again created a stir in international politics with his outspoken style. In his recent statement, Trump has made a big claim while referring to the recent tense military incident ‘Operation Sindoor’ between India and Pakistan. According to Trump, it was only because of his intervention that the life of the Prime Minister of Pakistan was saved and a possible world war was averted. What is ‘Operation Vermillion’ and Trump’s claim? Donald Trump, while talking about the security situation in South Asia during a press conference, said that India and Pakistan were standing at a very dangerous juncture. Trump’s statement: “India was very angry. During ‘Operation Vermilion’ the situation was such that if I had not intervened and made the phone call, the Prime Minister of Pakistan would not be alive today.” Mediation role: Trump indicated that he personally spoke to the Indian leadership and dissuaded them from taking ‘draconian steps’. He presented himself as a ‘peacemaker’ and said that because of him the threat of nuclear war in South Asia was averted. Reaction of India and Pakistan After this sensational claim of Trump, mixed reactions are coming from both the countries: Pakistan’s stand: The Pakistani government and the army there have not yet given any official seal to this claim of Trump, but there is a lot of discussion and controversy in the media there about this “life saving” statement. India’s silence: As always, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has kept its policy clear that India is independent to pursue its security interests. However, the Indian government has not shared any detailed information on secret military operations like ‘Operation Sindoor’. Why is ‘Operation Sindoor’ in the news? According to defense experts, ‘Operation Sindoor’ is considered to be a secret and major action taken across the border by India. Strategic importance: It is being considered a part of India’s ‘pro-active’ defense policy, the aim of which was to destroy terrorist hideouts. Trump’s influence: Trump’s claim that he saved the Pakistani PM can also be considered an attempt to strengthen his upcoming elections or global image. Impact on global politics. The statement has made it clear that even in 2026, America considers itself the biggest ‘umpire’ in the equations of South Asia. After this statement, the world will also keep an eye on the reactions of China and Russia.