Modi delivered a nationwide speech, and the Indian people cheered. Could it be that the Indian army really won in places we didn't notice?
Experts have calculated for Modi: In this clash with Pakistan, they lost 1 billion US dollars, which even includes some undisclosed war losses. Therefore, Modi certainly needs to explain to the public. His speech contained massive information. After hearing his words, the Indian people cheered. Could it be that India really won in places we didn't notice?
In summary, Modi emphasized the following points:
1. He stated: After India took military action, the Pakistani military was quickly dealt a heavy blow. The Pakistani side had contacted the Indian army as early as May 10th. (Implied meaning: The Pakistani side conceded earlier than what the outside world knows).
2. He stated: The Indian military suspended its military actions because the Pakistani side made guarantees, promising not to engage in any terrorist activities again and vowing never to act recklessly again. (Implied meaning: After the Pakistani side conceded, the Indian side prepared to give them a chance).
3. He talked about the wars between India and Pakistan in history. He said: We defeated Pakistan every time, and this operation is no exception.
4. He mentioned India's domestically produced weapons. He said: During this military operation, our India-made strength has been proven. (He deliberately avoided mentioning foreign weapons; I wonder how the French feel about this. I would say the French should thank Modi, as avoiding mentioning already amounts to protecting the French Rafale).
5. He said: India has only suspended its actions for now, and will continue to see how the Pakistani side performs.
No wonder the Indian people think they won. Modi's words are indeed very uplifting. However, CNN's report seems completely different from what Modi said. CNN claimed: Modi first approached the Trump administration and requested their intervention in mediation. Pakistani officials also said: We never asked any party to intervene in mediation. Since it was not Pakistan that requested Trump's intervention, there must be one party lying between the U.S. media and Modi.
Original source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1831971424115788/
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