Sun May 11 17:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Trump’s Foreign Policy Under Scrutiny: Equating India and Pakistan Raises Eyebrows
**New Delhi, India** – A Times of India editorial criticizes former US President Donald Trump’s foreign policy approach, particularly his assertion of credit for de-escalation between India and Pakistan. While acknowledging US mediation efforts, the editorial questions Trump’s overstated claim of influence, highlighting his apparent equivalence of India and Pakistan despite Pakistan’s history of supporting terrorism.
Trump’s willingness to engage with various actors, including the Houthis and Hamas, is noted. However, the editorial argues that this even-handed approach shouldn’t extend to ignoring Pakistan’s significant role in global terrorism, citing instances such as harboring Osama bin Laden and the involvement of Pakistan-based groups in attacks that killed US citizens.
The piece contrasts India’s democratic governance and burgeoning economy with Pakistan’s history, emphasizing the disparity that Trump seemingly overlooks. The editorial concludes by suggesting that even for a president known for his deal-making, certain red lines regarding Pakistan’s actions should remain. The piece appeared in the print edition of the Times of India. Separately, the Times of India also announced an open call for bloggers.
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