Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the US Secretary of Defense,...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth held a telephonic conversation. The two leaders discussed a wide canvas of issues ranging from long-term cooperation in the defence sector, including training and military exchanges, to expanding the industry collaboration. Defence Minister appreciated the unwavering support extended by the US to India for its fight against terrorism. He stated that Pakistan’s long track record of cross-border terrorism is well known globally, adding that it has become a safe haven for terrorists from around the world as internationally banned terrorists enjoy immunity there: MoD

Speaking on Operation Sindoor, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India reserves the right to respond & defend against terrorism and pre-empt as well as deter any further cross-border attacks. India’s actions were measured, non-escalatory, proportionate and focused on disabling terrorist infrastructure. Defence Minister complimented the US Secretary of Defense for his dynamic leadership which has propelled defence cooperation between the US and India to new levels. Mr Pete Hegseth invited Shri Rajnath Singh to the US for an in-person meeting to take the bilateral defence partnership forward: MoD