Operation Sindoor and US Disclosures Challenge Pakistan's Ceasefire Narrative

Operation Sindoor marked a significant shift in India-Pakistan dynamics, with India conducting targeted airstrikes on key terrorist infrastructure within Pakistan in May 2025. Pakistan initially portrayed the subsequent ceasefire as a sovereign, confident decision reflecting restraint. However, US Department of Justice disclosures reveal Pakistan engaged extensively with American officials under pressure, contradicting its public narrative. The operation ended a longstanding pattern of Pakistan-backed militancy, with India responding firmly to cross-border attacks, signaling a new approach in its Pakistan policy.