WASHINGTON: The United States was pivotal in averting a potential catastrophe between Pakistan and India during their recent hostilities, State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said Tuesday, hailing Washington’s decisive role in steering both nations away from the brink.“Obviously, we had an experience with Pakistan and India when there was a conflict, one that could have developed into something quite horrible,” Bruce told reporters during a press briefing at the State Department.
“I was here at the State Department at the time, and there was immediate concern and immediate movement with the Vice President, the President, and the Secretary of State in addressing the nature of what was happening.”She recalled how US leaders quickly engaged both sides.
“Many of you who were in the room in the days afterwards, we described the nature of the phone calls, the work that we did to stop the attacks, and to then bring the parties together so we could have something that was enduring,” she said.“And it’s a very proud moment and a very good example of what Secretary Rubio is committed to, of Vice President Vance in that, of course, case as well, but our – the top leaders in this nation involved in stopping that potential catastrophe.”
Bruce stressed that Washington’s relations with both Islamabad and New Delhi remain positive. “I would say that our relationship with both nations is as it has been, which is good, and that is the benefit of having a president who knows everyone, talks to everyone, and that is how we can bring differences together in this case. So it’s clear that the diplomats here are committed to both nations.”
She pointed to ongoing cooperation with Pakistan on security issues. “I can tell you also that there has been a US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue that was established. At this dialogue in Islamabad, the United States and Pakistan reaffirmed their shared commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations during this latest round of the talks in Islamabad,” she said.
“The United States and Pakistan discussed ways to enhance cooperation to counter terrorist threats. And I think that for the region and for the world, the United States working with both those nations is good news and will promote a future that’s beneficial,” Bruce added.
US credits diplomacy for Pakistan–India truce, calls it a 'proud moment'
Published: August 13, 2025 | Updated 3 days ago
US credits diplomacy for Pakistan–India truce, calls it a 'proud moment'
Published: August 13, 2025 | Updated 3 days ago
WASHINGTON: The United States was pivotal in averting a potential catastrophe between Pakistan and India during their recent hostilities, State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said Tuesday, hailing Washington’s decisive role in steering both nations away from the brink.“Obviously, we had an experience with Pakistan and India when there was a conflict, one that could have developed into something quite horrible,” Bruce told reporters during a press briefing at the State Department.
“I was here at the State Department at the time, and there was immediate concern and immediate movement with the Vice President, the President, and the Secretary of State in addressing the nature of what was happening.”She recalled how US leaders quickly engaged both sides.
“Many of you who were in the room in the days afterwards, we described the nature of the phone calls, the work that we did to stop the attacks, and to then bring the parties together so we could have something that was enduring,” she said.“And it’s a very proud moment and a very good example of what Secretary Rubio is committed to, of Vice President Vance in that, of course, case as well, but our – the top leaders in this nation involved in stopping that potential catastrophe.”
Bruce stressed that Washington’s relations with both Islamabad and New Delhi remain positive. “I would say that our relationship with both nations is as it has been, which is good, and that is the benefit of having a president who knows everyone, talks to everyone, and that is how we can bring differences together in this case. So it’s clear that the diplomats here are committed to both nations.”
She pointed to ongoing cooperation with Pakistan on security issues. “I can tell you also that there has been a US-Pakistan Counterterrorism Dialogue that was established. At this dialogue in Islamabad, the United States and Pakistan reaffirmed their shared commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations during this latest round of the talks in Islamabad,” she said.
“The United States and Pakistan discussed ways to enhance cooperation to counter terrorist threats. And I think that for the region and for the world, the United States working with both those nations is good news and will promote a future that’s beneficial,” Bruce added.