Saturday, March 29, 2025
May 20, 2025 – In a powerful statement, India’s Ambassador to Israel, JP Singh, declared that Operation Sindoor is far from over. Singh emphasized that just as the United States extradited 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana to India, Pakistan must now hand over key terrorists Hafiz Saeed, Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, and Sajid Mir.
The bold remark came during an interview with Israel’s i24 news channel, highlighting India’s new aggressive policy toward terrorism. “Our message is clear—wherever terrorists hide, India will eliminate them. Operation Sindoor has paused, not ended,” Singh stated.
India launched Operation Sindoor following the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed after being identified by their religion. According to Singh, Indian forces entered Pakistani territory, destroyed terror training camps, and provided the world with undeniable proof of Pakistan’s ongoing terror infrastructure.
The ambassador confirmed that after the May 10 strike on the Noor Khan Airbase near Islamabad, panic gripped Pakistan’s defense establishment. “Their Director-General of Military Operations (DGMO) reached out to us, requesting a ceasefire,” Singh revealed.
Singh invoked the recent extradition of Tahawwur Rana from the US to strengthen India’s case. “Pakistan must hand over Hafiz Saeed, Lakhvi, and Sajid Mir. We’ve shared evidence, technical data, and detailed dossiers, yet they roam free.”
Sajid Mir, one of the masterminds of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, directed operations via phone from Pakistan. Both he and Lakhvi are senior leaders of the banned terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba. Lakhvi, in particular, is accused of being the primary planner and handler for the 26/11 attacks.
As tensions rise, Pakistan labeled India’s move to halt the Indus Waters Treaty as an “act of war.” Singh responded sharply, quoting Prime Minister Modi: “Blood and water cannot flow together. As long as terrorism continues, the treaty will remain suspended.”
India also rejected Pakistan’s offer to investigate the Pahalgam attack, calling it a distraction. “What happened to investigations into Mumbai, Pathankot, or Pulwama? Nothing. These are diversionary tactics,” Singh asserted.
Highlighting the global need for unified action, Singh said, “Countries like India and Israel must join forces to counter nations that support terrorism. We need a global anti-terror front.”
As Operation Sindoor continues to evolve, India is sending a stern message: it will not rest until the architects of terror face justice. The warning to Pakistan is clear—cooperate or face continued consequences.
