US EditionSaudi minister visits India unannounced amid tensions with Pakistan; Jaishankar shares ‘counter terrorism perspective’
- Adel Aljubeir, Saudi Arabia’s foreign affairs official, made an unannounced trip to New Delhi on May 7, 2025, during heightened India-Pakistan tensions, and held discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
- The visit came amid rising tensions following India’s precision strikes on multiple terrorist hideouts in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7, conducted under Operation Sindoor as a retaliation for the April 22 attack in Pahalgam.
- Operation Sindoor was a coordinated strike carried out by India's military forces between 1:05 am and 1:30 am, successfully demolishing camps at sites such as Muridke and Sialkot while ensuring no harm came to civilians.
- Jaishankar shared India’s stance on firmly countering terrorism during discussions with Aljubeir and other world leaders, emphasizing a 'measured' response while warning that 'any escalation will get a firm response.'
- Saudi Arabia aims to mediate between India and Pakistan to de-escalate military confrontations, leveraging diplomatic channels to promote dialogue following the intensified situation and cross-border strikes.
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