US Vice President JD Vance has made it clear that the United States will not intervene in the ongoing hostilities between India and Pakistan, stating that the conflict is “fundamentally none of our business.”
In a recent interview, Vance explained that while Washington remains committed to encouraging peace and de-escalation, it cannot impose a ceasefire or force either side to stand down.
“We can try to nudge both parties toward de-escalation, but getting involved in a war that has no direct connection to American interests is not something we’re going to do,” he said. “This is an issue that needs to be resolved by the countries involved.”
Vance emphasized that the United States would continue to rely on diplomatic efforts to prevent the situation from worsening. He expressed hope that the conflict would not evolve into a wider regional war or, in the worst-case scenario, a nuclear confrontation. “At this moment, we don’t foresee that outcome,” he added.
Supporting Vance’s position, a US State Department spokesperson reiterated the administration’s commitment to resolving tensions through peaceful means. The spokesperson urged both nations to act responsibly and avoid war, pointing out the widespread destruction conflicts have caused in other regions.
The US has been actively communicating with leadership in both Islamabad and New Delhi. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has contacted officials from both sides to underscore the importance of preventing further escalation and maintaining open lines of communication.
Diplomacy, the spokesperson stated, remains the most effective tool. “The United States supports direct engagement between Pakistan and India. We are committed to helping restore dialogue,” she noted. “War is not a solution.”
Additionally, the spokesperson confirmed that Pakistan has called on India to launch an independent investigation into the Pahalgam incident, which Islamabad claims contributed to the latest surge in tensions.
The current crisis intensified following Islamabad’s claim of shooting down multiple Indian fighter jets, including advanced Rafale aircraft, using its Chinese-made J-10 jets. India has refuted these claims, denied losing any aircraft, and accused Pakistan of providing safe haven to terrorist groups.
