International Media Covers PM Modi’s Operation Sindoor Speech: Terror And Talks Can’t Go Together With Pakistan

Amid escalating tension between India-Pakistan following the Pahalgam terrorists attack in which 26 were brutally killed on April 22, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the countrymen on Monday and praised the Indian armed forces for their bravery during Operation Sindoor, a military operation launched by India.

He gave a strong message to Pakistan and the world, saying clearly that terrorism and trade, or terrorism and peace talks, cannot happen at the same time. PM Modi said, “This may not be a time for war, but it is also not a time for terrorism.” The Prime Minister added that India wants peace, but to keep peace, India must be strong, and will use its strength if needed.

Several news channels around the world reported on his speech. They said India’s stand against terrorism has become even stronger. Global media also focused on the Prime Minister’s strong words, including his warning that India will not be scared by nuclear threats and that this is a “new normal” in how India will fight terrorism.

The Guardian

The UK newspaper The Guardian also highlighted the same message from Prime Minister Modi’s speech. It focused on his strong reply to the “nuclear threat” during last week’s rising tensions between India and Pakistan. The newspaper reported that in any future fight with Pakistan, India will not accept any “nuclear blackmail” and will continue to take strong action if needed.

The Washington Post 

The Washington Post reported on Prime Minister Modi’s speech and pointed out his warning to Pakistan. The newspaper said that India has only “paused” its military action for now. It also highlighted that the Prime Minister made it clear: if there is another terror attack, India will hit back in its own way and at a time it chooses.

BBC News

BBC News reported on Prime Minister Modi’s speech and focused on his strong warning to Pakistan. The report highlighted his powerful statement: “Water and blood cannot flow together,” meaning India cannot continue peaceful talks or cooperation if there is violence or terrorism. BBC also quoted PM Modi saying: “This is not an era of war, but this is also not an era of terror,” showing that India wants peace but will not stay silent against terrorism.

The Japan Times 

The Japan Times reported that Prime Minister Modi called Operation Sindoor a new way of fighting terrorism—a new standard and a new normal. The report also highlighted his strong stand against nuclear threats, saying India will not be scared by such warnings. The Japan Times added that PM Modi made it clear: if there are any future talks with Pakistan, they will only be about terrorism and Kashmir (PoK)—nothing else.

Samaa TV

Pakistani news channel Samaa TV focused on Prime Minister Modi’s warning that Operation Sindoor has only been paused, not stopped completely. The channel also highlighted his strong message that India will not be scared by Pakistan’s nuclear threats, often called “nuclear blackmail”.