- United States President Donald Trump has acknowledged that Pakistan cannot be ignored, emphasizing the importance of maintaining engagement with the South Asian nation.
- During his interview with an American news outlet, Trump stated that Pakistan and India were dangerously close to a nuclear conflict. “The situation had escalated to the point where nuclear war could have broken out,” he said.
- Trump was of the view that the conflict was intensifying, with missile attacks being carried out. “The fighting was escalating; missiles were being launched with maximum force,” he added.
- He emphasized that both nations are not just small nuclear forces but major nuclear powers. “These are not minor powers—they are major nuclear powers,” Trump said.
- He mentioned having positive discussions with Pakistan. “We had excellent talks with Pakistan,” he said, noting that communication was ongoing.
- Trump stated that Pakistan is interested in increasing trade with the United States. “They want to trade with us,” he said.
- He acknowledged that while US trade with Pakistan is limited, bilateral relations remain positive.
- Trump praised the Pakistani nation, saying, “They are intelligent people. They make amazing things.”
- He directed his officials to communicate with both countries. “I told my people to reach out to Pakistan and India,” Trump said.
- Trump recounted encouraging both nations to focus on commerce. “We said to both countries, ‘We should do trade’,” he stated.
- Trump confirmed that trade negotiations with Pakistan were initiated during his tenure.
- In a separate comment, Trump claimed Iran was eager for an agreement with the United States.
- Trump warned of severe consequences for Russia if Ukraine does not reach a settlement. “If a deal is not made with Ukraine, we will impose devastating sanctions on Russia,” he stated.
- Trump downplayed any political leverage the Ukrainian president might have. “The Ukrainian president has no ‘Trump card’,” he said.
- “This is the greatest success—it should be acknowledged,” Trump remarked, referring to recent developments in international relations.
Trump’s Acknowledgment: The Importance of Pakistan
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