Goa, May 21 -- India has launched a massive global diplomatic outreach following Operation Sindoor, dispatching seven all-party delegations to 33 countries and the European Union to build support for its anti-terror stance and expose Pakistan's alleged duplicity on terrorism. The Ministry of External Affairs held briefings this week, with more scheduled tomorrow as the first delegation begins its tour today.

Sources familiar with the closed-door briefing revealed that the ministry specifically addressed recent claims of U.S. mediation in the post-operation ceasefire. It was clarified that Pakistan had initiated contact with India on May 10, with the Pakistani DGMO attempting to reach out around 11 a.m. Despite initial issues with the hot...