Bilawal Urges US to Push India for Regional Stability
In a strong diplomatic message, Bilawal called on the US to pressure India into restarting long-frozen talks with Pakistan.
The former Foreign Minister’s remarks reflect not just frustration, but a broader concern about the global implications of continued silence between two nuclear-armed neighbors.
Addressing the media during a political gathering, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari made it clear that the time for passive diplomacy is over. “If the United States must twist India’s arm to bring it to the negotiation table, then so be it—for the sake of global peace,” he said.
Dialogue as a Strategic Necessity
Bilawal’s demand comes at a time when regional tensions remain high. With skirmishes along the Line of Control and a deep freeze in bilateral ties, Pakistan has repeatedly invited India to resume talks.
India’s continued reluctance to engage in talks has sparked growing concern in Islamabad and among international observers.
By stating that Bilawal urges US to push India, the PPP leader is highlighting a truth that many global observers acknowledge privately: Without external encouragement—or pressure—India may not willingly return to dialogue.
He stressed that the unresolved Kashmir issue, cross-border incidents, and growing mistrust are not just bilateral concerns—they have the potential to destabilize the entire region.
Why the U.S. Must Play a Role
The United States holds strategic relations with both Pakistan and India, making it a unique candidate to mediate or at least facilitate dialogue. Bilawal pointed out that Washington’s silence could be misinterpreted as indifference or bias.
- Key reasons Bilawal believes U.S. involvement is vital include:
- The U.S. has diplomatic leverage over India due to defense and trade ties.
- Global powers have a responsibility to prevent regional conflicts.
A Call for Active Diplomacy, Not Aggression
Although the phrase may sound forceful, when Bilawal urges US to push India, the emphasis is on initiating talks—not confrontation. He made it clear that his appeal is grounded in the belief that proactive diplomacy is the only path forward.
He further stated, “This is not about taking sides. It’s about preventing another crisis before it starts.”
As Bilawal urges US to push India, the world watches whether Washington will step up to play a stabilizing role in South Asia. With rising regional tensions and no dialogue in sight, international intervention may be the only option left.
The call is clear, and the stakes are high—diplomacy delayed could be diplomacy denied.
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