diplomacy - The Latremie Post

PM Modi welcomes Donald Trump`s plan to end Gaza conflict

In an X post following former President Donald Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed hope that “all concerned will come together behind President Trump’s initiative and support this effort to end conflict and secure peace.”

Trump unveiled the 20-point plan in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The proposed plan aims to end the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and establish a temporary governing board in the Gaza Strip, which would be headed by Trump and include former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Several Western nations, including France and Italy, along with Arab and Muslim countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Pakistan, have welcomed the plan. However, it remains unclear whether Hamas will accept the terms.

If both sides agree to the proposal, the war is expected to end immediately. The plan calls for all captives held in Gaza, both alive and dead, to be returned within 72 hours, alongside the release of Palestinian prisoners. Additionally, Gaza is to be governed temporarily by a Palestinian technocratic government with no role for Hamas, and Israel will not annex the Gaza Strip.

During Netanyahu’s visit to the White House on Monday, he issued a formal apology to his Qatari counterpart for a recent military strike targeting Hamas officials in Qatar. The strike had caused significant anger among Arab leaders and prompted rare criticism of Israel by the United States.

Meanwhile, the White House has officially released the details of Trump’s plan for ending the Israel-Hamas war and governing Gaza. There is currently no immediate word on whether Israel or Hamas has accepted the deal presented by the US administration.

(With inputs from Agencies)
https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/pm-modi-welcomes-donald-trumps-plan-to-end-gaza-conflict-23596478

Trump Gives Putin Another Month Instead Of Two Weeks

During the Q&A session following a meeting between Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Trump was asked if he still trusted Vladimir Putin. His response was, “I’ll let you know in about a month.”

In the same session, Trump also stated that NATO countries should shoot down Russian drones if they enter their airspace. This marks a significant departure from his usual stance, where he often suggested that Russia might have made a mistake flying into certain areas.

The question remains: what does giving Putin another month actually achieve? How many extensions does the Russian leader get?

When asked, “Mr. President, do you think that NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft if they enter their airspace?” Trump replied, “Yes, I do.”

Later, when asked, “Mr. President, any update on your talk with President Putin? Do you still trust him?” Trump responded, “I’ll let you know in about a month from now, okay?”

It seems Putin is not engaging in serious peace talks, yet Trump appears willing to grant him another month, then perhaps two weeks, then a week, and then another month, citing that their talks have been positive. This ongoing cycle raises concerns about accountability and progress.

When will the press do its job and hold these discussions to account?
https://crooksandliars.com/2025/09/trump-gives-putin-month-instead-two-weeks

Pak PM Shehbaz to travel to Washington to meet Trump on Thursday

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to travel from New York to Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, as both sides make a renewed push to reset their bilateral relations. Shehbaz is currently in New York to attend the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session. According to diplomatic sources cited by The Express Tribune, he will briefly travel to Washington for the meeting and then return to New York the same day to continue his UNGA engagements.

This upcoming meeting will mark the first time the U.S. President and the Pakistani Prime Minister have met at the White House since July 2019, when former Prime Minister Imran Khan visited Washington and met President Trump. During President Joe Biden’s tenure, Pakistan was noticeably sidelined; he never held phone conversations with Pakistani prime ministers nor extended invitations to the White House.

Since President Trump took office in January, however, there has been a dramatic and unexpected shift in the Pakistan-U.S. relationship. The Trump-Shehbaz meeting comes amid a noticeable thaw in ties between Islamabad and Washington. In June, Trump held a rare one-on-one meeting with Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir at the White House, signaling a departure from the Biden administration’s frosty approach in favor of Trump’s more transactional but open style of engagement with Pakistan.

Diplomatic observers view the Shehbaz-Trump meeting as a continuation of this reset. A senior Pakistani official familiar with the process told The Express Tribune, “The optics of the army chief’s meeting in June were significant. This meeting institutionalises that opening.”

Officials in Islamabad believe the discussions will focus on a range of issues including bilateral relations, regional and international matters such as Afghanistan, counterterrorism cooperation, and trade opportunities.

Analysts caution, however, that while President Trump appears eager to engage Islamabad, the reset remains tentative.

*Note: This story has been sourced from a third-party syndicated feed. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for the dependability, trustworthiness, reliability, or accuracy of the text. Mid-day management reserves the sole right to alter, delete, or remove (without notice) content at its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever.*
https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/pakistan-prime-minister-shehbaz-sharif-to-travel-to-washington-to-meet-us-president-donald-trump-on-thursday-23595612

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Meets US Ambassador-Designate Sergio Gor To Strengthen Bilateral Ties

New York: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met US Ambassador to India-designate Sergio Gor on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York. Both leaders expressed their commitment to further promoting the success of the bilateral relationship between India and the United States.

In a post on X, the US Special Envoy and Ambassador-designate shared that they look forward to strengthening ties between the two countries. The official post read, “U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia and Ambassador Nominee to India Sergio Gor met with India’s External Affairs Minister Jaishankar on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly. They look forward to further promoting the success of the U.S.-India relationship.”

Earlier, on September 12, Sergio Gor highlighted the “deep friendship” between US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Senate confirmation hearing. He emphasised that the personal rapport between the two leaders is a key asset in strengthening the US-India strategic partnership.

Speaking before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Gor described the bond between the two world leaders as “incredible” and “unique,” underlining India’s critical role in regional and global stability.

“Our President has a deep friendship with Prime Minister Modi, which is unique. If you’ve noticed, when he goes after other nations, he tends to go after their leaders for putting us in that position and for the United States imposing those tariffs. When the President has been critical of India, he goes out of his way to compliment PM Modi. They have an incredible relationship,” Gor stated, pointing to Trump’s consistent praise for PM Modi even during recent trade tensions.

Gor, the 38-year-old Director of Presidential Personnel in the White House, also outlined his vision for the India-US relationship if confirmed as ambassador. He emphasised India’s growing strategic importance to US interests in the Indo-Pacific and beyond, noting that the bilateral relationship would remain a top priority under his tenure, should he be confirmed.

“India is a strategic partner whose trajectory will shape the region and beyond. India’s geographic position, economic growth, and military capabilities make it a cornerstone of regional stability and a critical part of promoting prosperity and advancing the security interests that our nations share. As Secretary Rubio said, India is one of the most important relationships our nation has in the world. If confirmed, I will prioritise deepening defence and security cooperation with India,” he told the committee.

*Note: Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ’s editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.*
https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/external-affairs-minister-s-jaishankar-meets-us-ambassador-designate-sergio-gor-to-strengthen-bilateral-ties

‘Pakistan felt like home’: Congress’s Sam Pitroda bats for talks

**’Pakistan Felt Like Home’: Congress’s Sam Pitroda Bats for Talks**
*By Chanshimla Varah | Sep 19, 2025 | 01:23 PM*

Sam Pitroda, a prominent Congress leader and chairman of the Indian Overseas Congress, has called for a shift in India’s foreign policy to focus on strengthening ties with neighboring countries. Emphasizing cultural and social connections, he urged a renewed engagement with countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal.

“Our foreign policy, according to me, must first focus on our neighborhood. Can we really substantially improve relationships with our neighbors? I’ve been to Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and I feel at home,” Pitroda remarked.

—

### Political Backlash

Pitroda’s comments have sparked sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari called him “Rahul Gandhi’s blue-eyed boy and Congress Overseas chief,” highlighting his statement about feeling “at home” in Pakistan as controversial. Bhandari also criticized the then United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government for allegedly taking no tough action against Pakistan after the 26/11 attacks.

Shehzad Poonawalla, BJP national spokesperson, also targeted Pitroda and the Congress party, alleging they harbor an “undying love” for Pakistan. Writing on X (formerly Twitter), Poonawalla said, “They give clean chit to Pak on 26/11, Samjhauta, Pulwama and Pahalgam. They give 80% water to Pak under IWT! They love Pakistan! INC is Islamabad National Congress. Sam Pitroda who divides Indians & stays in US away from India finds a home in Pakistan! Is anyone surprised?”

—

### Previous Controversies

This is not the first time Pitroda has attracted political controversy for his views on foreign policy. Earlier this year, in February, he suggested that India tends to exaggerate the threat from China and advocated for a more collaborative approach with Beijing.

“Our approach has been confrontational from the very beginning, and this attitude creates enemies, which in turn garners support within the country. We need to change this mindset and stop assuming that China is the enemy from day one,” Pitroda said, sparking debate on India’s stance towards China.

—

Sam Pitroda’s recent remarks continue to fuel the ongoing discourse over India’s foreign relations strategy, particularly in the context of its neighbors and regional diplomacy.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/politics/pakistan-felt-like-home-sam-pitroda-bats-for-talks/story

‘Pakistan felt like home’: Congress’s Sam Pitroda bats for talks

**‘Pakistan felt like home’: Congress’s Sam Pitroda Bats for Talks**

*By Chanshimla Varah | Sep 19, 2025, 01:23 pm*

Sam Pitroda, a prominent Congress leader and chairman of the Indian Overseas Congress, has called for a shift in India’s foreign policy to prioritize improving relations with neighboring countries. He emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural and social ties with these nations.

### Political Backlash

Pitroda’s remarks have drawn sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari condemned the comments, stating, “Rahul Gandhi’s blue-eyed boy and Congress Overseas chief Sam Pitroda says he ‘felt at home’ in Pakistan.” He further criticized the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government for allegedly failing to take tough action against Pakistan following the 26/11 attacks.

Shehzad Poonawalla, BJP national spokesperson, also targeted Pitroda and the Congress, accusing them of harboring an “undying love” for Pakistan. Writing on X, Poonawalla said, “They give clean chit to Pak on 26/11, Samjhauta, Pulwama and Pahalgam. They give 80% water to Pak under IWT! They love Pakistan! INC is Islamabad National Congress. Sam Pitroda, who divides Indians & stays in US away from India, finds a home in Pakistan! Is anyone surprised?”

### Previous Controversies

This is not the first time Pitroda has sparked political controversy with his statements. In February, he suggested that India exaggerates the threat posed by China and advocated for a collaborative approach rather than viewing Beijing as an adversary.

As debates continue around India’s foreign policy approach, Pitroda’s calls for engagement with neighbors remain a contentious issue in the political landscape.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/politics/pakistan-felt-like-home-sam-pitroda-bats-for-talks/story