Shortly after Indian missile strikes targeted three locations inside Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack, India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held a crucial conversation with US NSA and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The update was confirmed by the Indian Embassy, indicating swift diplomatic outreach amid rising tensions in the region.
According to the official statement, the conversation focused on regional security, counter-terrorism cooperation, and India’s firm stance on defending its sovereignty following Pakistan’s alleged involvement in the Pahalgam ambush that claimed several Indian soldiers’ lives.
This high-level dialogue between New Delhi and Washington comes amid escalating tensions after Indian forces struck targets in Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and Bahawalpur. The move was seen as a direct response to Pakistan’s earlier missile aggression, which resulted in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.
Diplomatic experts say that Ajit Doval’s call was aimed at ensuring international understanding of India’s position and maintaining strategic clarity with its closest partners, particularly the United States.
The Indian government has reiterated that the strikes were a necessary and proportionate response to terrorism and provocation, and any further threats will be met with decisive action.
