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India vs Pakistan: Has India Succeeded in Isolating Pakistan Globally? | DW News

The video examines India’s post‑Pelgam attack effort to diplomatically isolate Pakistan and asks whether Islamabad has turned the tables on the global stage. After the April militant strike in Indian‑administered Kashmir, Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent more than 50 politicians to 32 countries, seeking to rally support and brand Pakistan as a state‑sponsored terror hub. In contrast, Pakistan has positioned itself as a mediator in the emerging US‑Iran ceasefire talks, earning praise from both Washington and Tehran. Analysts note that both sides have been shuffling delegations abroad, but much of the activity appears aimed at domestic audiences rather than shifting real policy. Pakistan’s diplomatic team has also courted U.S. officials with flattery, building personal rapport across civilian and military channels. Key examples include Pakistan’s ability to leverage longstanding relationships with the United States, China, and Saudi Arabia, converting them into tangible diplomatic capital. Meanwhile, India’s focus has remained on urging an end to the Russia‑Ukraine war, leaving a noticeable gap in its engagement with the US‑Israel‑Iran conflict, which has limited its influence in the current crisis. The outcome suggests a nuanced power shift: Pakistan’s mediation could ease regional tensions and restore access to essential commodities like cooking gas and fertilizer for India, while also enhancing Islamabad’s standing in global diplomacy. For India, the episode underscores the need to diversify its diplomatic outreach beyond traditional allies to maintain strategic relevance in South Asia.