US Foreign Agents Registration Act filings accessed by NDTV and News18 show Islamabad feared Indian strikes could resume and sought American intervention.
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Moneycontrol08-01-2026, 03:56

US Docs Reveal Pakistan's Secret Fear of India's 'Operation Sindoor' Resumption

  • US FARA documents show Pakistan secretly sought US help during India's Operation Sindoor in May, fearing renewed airstrikes.
  • The filings contradict Islamabad's public claims, revealing officials worried India had only "paused" military action.
  • Pakistan lobbied extensively in Washington, contacting US lawmakers and officials over 50 times.
  • Islamabad offered a reset of bilateral ties with the US, including cooperation and access to critical minerals.
  • Operation Sindoor, triggered by a terror attack in Pahalgam, saw Indian strikes on terror-linked sites.

Why It Matters: US documents expose Pakistan's hidden fear of India's military action, contradicting its public stance.

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