Hillary talks tough on Pakistan
12 years, 10 months ago

Hillary talks tough on Pakistan

The Hindu  

India and the United States on Tuesday urged Pakistan to eliminate all safe havens for terrorists in its territory. Visiting Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pointed out that in today's world, the use of violence as a tool was “a dead-end…when it comes to pursuing any kind of political or ideological aims.” “In democracies like ours, people should be in the market place of ideas. She said Islamabad needed to ensure that its territory was not used as a launch pad for terror attacks anywhere, including inside Pakistan, because terrorists killed more than 30,000 Pakistanis. “But we have to prevent as much death and destruction as possible as we uproot and destroy these groups and convince those whom they recruit that that is no longer a decision that should be made.” As for terror groups still operating out of Pakistan, she said the U.S. was going after those who posed direct threats to the country and its main theatre of operations: Afghanistan. Mr. Krishna listed the steps India and the U.S. had taken to combat terrorism: growing intelligence exchanges and cooperation; the setting up of the Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism; the Counter Terrorism Cooperation Initiative; and the Homeland Security Dialogue.

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Snakes in your backyard: Jaishankar evokes Hillary Clinton's remark saying world sees Pakistan as epicentre of terrorism
2 years, 3 months ago

Snakes in your backyard: Jaishankar evokes Hillary Clinton's remark saying world sees Pakistan as epicentre of terrorism

Firstpost  

Clinton, during her visit to Islamabad in October 2011, had said during a joint news conference with Pakistan’s then Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar that ‘it’s like that old story - you can’t keep snakes in your backyard and expect them only to bite your neighbours’ United Nations: The world sees Pakistan as the epicentre of terrorism and Islamabad should …

Jaishankar recalls Hillary Clinton's 'snake' analogy to hit out at Pak. Watch
2 years, 3 months ago

Jaishankar recalls Hillary Clinton's 'snake' analogy to hit out at Pak. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton found a mention in Foreign Minister S Jaishankar's comments on Pakistan over terrorism as he cited an anecdote from her visit to the nation. Responding to a question on Pakistan minister Hina Rabbani Khar's recent statements about a dossier on India, Jaishankar recalled Clinton's Pakistan 2011 visit when she drew a "snake" analogy …

For successful dialogue with India, Pak must crack down on terrorists: White House
5 years ago

For successful dialogue with India, Pak must crack down on terrorists: White House

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: US President Donald Trump is encouraging a reduction in tensions between India and Pakistan, the White House said on Friday, emphasising that any successful dialogue between the two neighbours would be possible only if Pakistan cracks down on terrorists and extremists on its territory. “I think what you'll hear from the President is very much encouraging a reduction in …

India-Pakistan relations depend on Islamabad’s action against terrorists: US
5 years, 5 months ago

India-Pakistan relations depend on Islamabad’s action against terrorists: US

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The US on Thursday said the easing of tensions between India and Pakistan will depend on Islamabad's seriousness about taking action against those who engage in "cross-border infiltration." Alice Wells, US acting assistant secretary for South and Central Asia, urged Pakistan to prosecute terrorists like Hafiz Saeed and Masood Azhar - a long standing demand of India. "And …

India welcomes Trump’s resolve to tackle cross-border support for terrorists
7 years, 6 months ago

India welcomes Trump’s resolve to tackle cross-border support for terrorists

Hindustan Times  

India on Tuesday welcomed Donald Trump’s new security strategy in Afghanistan and said it was “much pleased” about the US President’s strong words against Pakistan providing “safe havens” to terrorists, without naming the neighbouring country. “We welcome President Trump’s determination to enhance efforts to overcome the challenges facing Afghanistan and confronting issues of safe havens and other forms of cross-border …

Hillary Clinton fears nuclear suicide bombers from Pakistan
8 years, 5 months ago

Hillary Clinton fears nuclear suicide bombers from Pakistan

India TV News  

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has expressed concern over the possibility of Pakistan’s nuclear weapons falling into the hands of jihadists, which she said was “a threatening scenario”, according to a media report. “Pakistan is running full speed to develop tactical nukes in their continuing hostility with India,” the former secretary of state told a close door fundraiser in Virginia …

India-Pakistan talks: the view from Rawalpindi
9 years, 3 months ago

India-Pakistan talks: the view from Rawalpindi

The Hindu  

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj’s visit to Islamabad, where she announced the resumption of dialogue between India and Pakistan, is amongst the most dramatic announcements made by the Narendra Modi government so far. After weeks of demonstrations by tens of thousands in the heart of Islamabad, led by Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf chief Imran Khan and religious leader Tahir-ul-Qadri, both believed to …

India, US ask Pakistan to bring 26/11 attack perpetrators to justice
10 years, 7 months ago

India, US ask Pakistan to bring 26/11 attack perpetrators to justice

India TV News  

New Delhi: India and the US today asked Pakistan to work towards bringing the perpetrators of the 2008 Mumbai attacks to justice even as they vowed to eliminate terrorist safe havens and disrupt terror networks including that of al-Qaeda and Lashkar-e-Taiba. In a joint statement after marathon talks between visiting US Secretary of State John Kerry and External Affairs Minister …

Hillary Clinton discusses India-Pak ties with Zardari
12 years, 5 months ago

Hillary Clinton discusses India-Pak ties with Zardari

India TV News  

New York, Sep 25: The improving trade ties between Pakistan and India, terrorism and violent anti-US protests were among a host of issues that President Asif Ali Zardari discussed with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton when they met here on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session. Zardari brought up the issue of the anti-Islam movie with Clinton and …

Clinton looks for better US-Pakistani cooperation
12 years, 8 months ago

Clinton looks for better US-Pakistani cooperation

India TV News  

Tokyo, Jul 8: U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton expressed hope Sunday that Pakistan's recent reopening of NATO supply lines into Afghanistan might lead to a broader rapprochement in U.S.-Pakistani relations after a difficult period for the reluctant allies. After attending a 70-nation Afghan aid conference in Tokyo, Clinton met privately with Pakistani Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar to …

PM, Hillary share Pak terror concerns
12 years, 10 months ago

PM, Hillary share Pak terror concerns

Hindustan Times  

Cementing India-US ties further, visiting US secretary of state Hillary Clinton focused on the role of Pakistan-based terror groups in attacks in Afghanistan and India. Government sources told HT that Clinton discussed global issues, including Pakistan terrorism, Iran, Afghanistan and China. During the discussion on Afghanistan, the two sides were concerned about the role played by the Haqqani network, which …

Clinton blasts Pakistan for detaining doctor who provided information
13 years ago

Clinton blasts Pakistan for detaining doctor who provided information

Firstpost  

Clinton says Shakil Afridi’s work served Pakistani and American interests. She told a congressional committee Pakistan has no justification for holding his staff, either Washington: Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says Pakistan has “no basis” for detaining a Pakistani doctor who provided the U.S. with key information before the successful Navy SEAL assault on Osama bin Laden’s compound. Afridi …

US Pressing Pak For Action Against LeT : Clinton
13 years, 4 months ago

US Pressing Pak For Action Against LeT : Clinton

India TV News  

Washington, Oct 28: The US is persistently asking Pakistan to take action against LeT that carried out the 2008 Mumbai attacks, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said but was non-committal on including this in the American scorecard on Islamabad as sought by a Congressional committee. Clinton said the US would continue to press Pakistan over its failure to bring …

Pak Asked To Join US In Squeezing Haqqani Network : Clinton
13 years, 4 months ago

Pak Asked To Join US In Squeezing Haqqani Network : Clinton

India TV News  

Washington, Oct 27: The US has asked Pakistan to squeeze the dangerous Haqqani network, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton today said as she underlined that it has been made clear to Islamabad that trying to distinguish between “good and bad terrorists” is self-defeating and dangerous. Testifying before Congress after a trip to the region, Clinton said she delivered a “frank” …

Clinton urges Pakistan to eliminate 'safe havens'
13 years, 4 months ago

Clinton urges Pakistan to eliminate 'safe havens'

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hillary Clinton yesterday pushed Pakistan …

US, Pak Must Find Middle Ground On Afghan Issue: Pak Media
13 years, 4 months ago

US, Pak Must Find Middle Ground On Afghan Issue: Pak Media

India TV News  

Islamabad, Oct 22 : As Hillary Clinton concluded her crucial visit here, Pakistani media today focused on her “tough message” demanding action against the Haqqani network blamed for attacks in Afghanistan and said the two sides must find some middle ground to facilitate the endgame in the war-torn country. The reports focused on Clinton's “tough message” on the need for …

Clinton To Arrive In Pakistan For Talks
13 years, 5 months ago

Clinton To Arrive In Pakistan For Talks

India TV News  

Islamabad, Oct 20 : US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will arrive in the Pakistani capital on Thursday for talks aimed at pressing the country's leadership to crack down on the Haqqani network to facilitate the process of reconciliation in neighbouring Afghanistan. Clinton, who is expected to be accompanied by CIA chief Gen David Petraeus and Joint Chiefs of Staff …

It's More Important To Stand With India: Hillary
13 years, 8 months ago

It's More Important To Stand With India: Hillary

India TV News  

Washington, Jul 13: Hours after the Mumbai blasts, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton today made it clear that she would go ahead with her visit to New Delhi next week for the security dialogue saying it is more important than ever to stand with India in the struggle against terrorism. Reaching out to India, Clinton said “I will be …

U.S.-India ties a "zero-sum game" for Pakistan: Hillary
13 years, 8 months ago

U.S.-India ties a "zero-sum game" for Pakistan: Hillary

The Hindu  

Pakistan has viewed successive partnerships between India and the United States as a “zero-sum game” and always asked, “So are you our friend or are you their friend?” according to U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who made rare, candid comments on Pakistan’s India-centric perspectives on possible outcomes in Afghanistan. The Secretary was especially pressed by the Committee Chairman John …

Hillary Welcomes India-Pak Talks
13 years, 8 months ago

Hillary Welcomes India-Pak Talks

India TV News  

Washington, Jun 23: Noting that the Obama Administration is working “very hard” on its strategic partnership with India, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton today told law makers that she is encouraged by the resumption of talks between India and Pakistan. “With respect to India, we are working very hard on our strategic partnership with India,” Clinton said in response …

India has full access to Headley: Napolitano
13 years, 9 months ago

India has full access to Headley: Napolitano

The Hindu  

The U.S. has given India “full access” to David Coleman Headley, the U.S.-based Lashkar-e-Taiba operative of Pakistani origin who played a key role in the Mumbai attacks, U.S. Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano said on Friday. She parried questions whether she agreed with India's conviction that Pakistan's ISI was involved in plotting the Mumbai attacks and …

U.S., Pakistan to stay the course in war on terror
13 years, 9 months ago

U.S., Pakistan to stay the course in war on terror

The Hindu  

Admittedly at a “turning point” of a difficult relationship, the U.S. and Pakistan on Friday decided to stay the course in their war on terror after Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's fleeting visit to Islamabad where she reiterated Pakistan's “legitimate interests” in the outcome of the reconciliation process in Afghanistan. “For reconciliation to succeed, Pakistan must be part of that …

Hillary Meets Kayani, Zardari, Gilani
13 years, 9 months ago

Hillary Meets Kayani, Zardari, Gilani

India TV News  

Islamabad, May 27: US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called on President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday and discussed issues related to security and the Pak-US ties in the current scenario. Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani, Chief of the Army Staff General Ashfaq Pervaiz Kayani, DG ISI Lt General Ahmed Shuja Pasha, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Hina …

U.S. cannot solve Pakistan's problems, says Hillary
13 years, 9 months ago

U.S. cannot solve Pakistan's problems, says Hillary

The Hindu  

Without mincing words, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Friday said Pakistan would have to make some difficult choices regarding its future course. Stating that the U.S. would stand with Pakistan at this “pivotal moment” for the country, Ms. Clinton admitted that public perceptions in both countries were a drag on the relationship. According to a statement put out …

Proof of Pakistan sheltering terrorists: Congress, BJP
13 years, 10 months ago

Proof of Pakistan sheltering terrorists: Congress, BJP

The Hindu  

For a change, the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party appeared to be in agreement while responding to questions on the killing of Osama bin Laden on Pakistani soil. The Congress said it underscored India's long-held position that terrorists had been finding protection on the soil of its western neighbour; the BJP stressed that Osama's death in Pakistan proved what …

India serious about talks but wants Pak to act on 26/11
14 years, 1 month ago

India serious about talks but wants Pak to act on 26/11

The Hindu  

India is looking forward to receiving Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi for talks in the next couple of months and is “serious” about dialogue but wants Pakistan to take action against perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks, Foreign Secretary Nirupama Rao has said. India is mindful of compulsions of the Zardari government in Pakistan on its efforts against the masterminds behind …

'Safe havens in Pakistan for terror unacceptable'
14 years, 4 months ago

'Safe havens in Pakistan for terror unacceptable'

Hindustan Times  

He may have been overly restrained in his comments in the early part of his tour. HT Image "We will continue to insist to Pakistan's leaders that terrorist safe-havens within their borders are unacceptable, and that the terrorists behind the Mumbai attacks be brought to justice," said Obama. "India is committed to resolving all problems with Pakistan but simultaneously Pakistan …

Convince India on terrorism, U.S. tells Pakistan
14 years, 7 months ago

Convince India on terrorism, U.S. tells Pakistan

The Hindu  

While the United States has refused to corroborate the suggestion — implied by some of the WikiLeaks documents — that Pakistan’s spy agency colluded with the Taliban against Western forces in Afghanistan, a State Department spokesman however said Pakistan had to do more to prove that it was implementing a “strategic shift against insurgent groups”. At a briefing, Assistant Secretary …

US Asks Pak To Take Action Against 26/11 Attackers To Convince India
14 years, 7 months ago

US Asks Pak To Take Action Against 26/11 Attackers To Convince India

India TV News  

Washington: As US military documents implicate Pakistan in its support for terrorism, the Obama Administration has asked that country to bring to justice those responsible for Mumbai terror attack to "convince" India it has made a "fundamental change". The White House also said that more needs to be done by Pakistan in the fight against terror as it does not …

Dialogue with Pak will be a graduated one: Krishna to Clinton
14 years, 8 months ago

Dialogue with Pak will be a graduated one: Krishna to Clinton

The Hindu  

India on Tuesday told the U.S. that its dialogue with Pakistan will be a graduated one as the problems between the two countries cannot be solved in a few sittings. Mr. Krishna said he also gave his assessment of his recent talks with Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi to Ms. Clinton. Mr. Krishna and Ms. Clinton mainly discussed bilateral …

Hillary: enduring commitment to Pakistan
14 years, 8 months ago

Hillary: enduring commitment to Pakistan

The Hindu  

Battling the “legacy of suspicion” with which Pakistan views any American overture, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Monday described her country's present engagement with Islamabad as an “enduring commitment” that would outlive the war on terror. While announcing a slew of people-oriented projects for Pakistan under the Kerry-Lugar-Berman economic assistance package as testimony to the U.S. commitment towards …

Hillary believes Osama is in Pakistan
14 years, 8 months ago

Hillary believes Osama is in Pakistan

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Monday said she believed that Al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden and Taliban spiritual head Mullah Omar were in Pakistan and, asserted that it would be helpful to the war on terror if “we could take them.” Ms. Clinton made this observation during an interaction with Pakistanis here. No contradiction “There is no contradiction …

U.S. wants continuation of Indo-Pak talks: Hillary
14 years, 8 months ago

U.S. wants continuation of Indo-Pak talks: Hillary

The Hindu  

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Monday told the Pakistani leadership that the U.S. wants the continuation of dialogue between New Delhi and Islamabad so that the two sides can resolve their outstanding problems amicably, diplomatic sources said here today. Ms. Clinton, who is currently here for the U.S.-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue, made the remarks after a delegation-led by Foreign Minister …

Hillary acknowledges Gilani’s efforts to normalise ties
14 years, 8 months ago

Hillary acknowledges Gilani’s efforts to normalise ties

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has acknowledged Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani’s “personal role in efforts to normalise relations with India” and hoped these moves would bear fruit in the near future. Mr. Gilani said Pakistan wants “good neighbourly relations with India” and would like both sides to “address all issues and disputes between them peacefully“. Referring to …

Hillary opens Pakistan talks with new aid projects
14 years, 8 months ago

Hillary opens Pakistan talks with new aid projects

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton opened high-level talks with Pakistan on Monday by announcing several new aid projects aimed at improving the country’s water, energy and health sectors. We share with Pakistan a vision of a future in which all people can live safe, healthy, and productive lives; contribute to their communities; and make the most of their …

Press Pakistan to act against 26/11 accused, U.S. urged
14 years, 9 months ago

Press Pakistan to act against 26/11 accused, U.S. urged

The Hindu  

A delegation of Indian lawmakers has asked U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to press Pakistan to bring to book the 26/11 case accused, Hafiz Saeed and Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi, and ensure that Islamabad does not divert Washington aid for anti-India activities. “We expressed our very strong concerns about dispensable assets like Hafiz Saeed and Zakiur Rehman Lakhvi in Pakistan …

Terror outfits cannot be dealt with selectively: Krishna
14 years, 9 months ago

Terror outfits cannot be dealt with selectively: Krishna

The Hindu  

Citing the failed Times Square bombing which is suspected to have been plotted in Pakistan, India has told the U.S. that terrorist organisations cannot be dealt with “selectively” as their “driving force” is only to export terror to a country. It is a very well-oiled machinery,” Mr. Krishna told reporters, wrapping up his four-day visit to the U.S. Faisal Shahzad, …

Hillary is misinterpreted: U.S.
14 years, 10 months ago

Hillary is misinterpreted: U.S.

The Hindu  

For nearly a week now, the U.S. has been on a damage control exercise vis-à-vis Pakistan; clarifying time and again that Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's “do more'' statement had been misinterpreted and reiterating Washington's appreciation of Islamabad's role in the war on terror. On Friday, the U.S. embassy in Islamabad — already dealing with considerable amount of animosity locally …

Hillary did not warn Pak of ‘severe consequences’: U.S.
14 years, 10 months ago

Hillary did not warn Pak of ‘severe consequences’: U.S.

The Hindu  

The Secretary of State Hillary Clinton did not warn Islamabad of “severe consequences” if a terrorist attack inside the US were to be have its foot print in Pakistan, two top officials of the State Department have said. “As a result, the quotes appeared to be different than what the Secretary of State actually meant.” Mr. Holbrooke also said US …

Hillary warns Pakistan of severe consequences
14 years, 10 months ago

Hillary warns Pakistan of severe consequences

The Hindu  

As a team of the Federal Bureau of Investigation officials landed in Islamabad to probe any possible Pakistani links to the failed Times Square bombing case, the U.S. on Saturday warned Pakistan that it would face “very severe consequences” if a terror plot was traced to that country. “We've made it very clear that if, heaven-forbid, an attack like this …

Hillary: India, Pakistan have upset nuclear deterrent balance
14 years, 11 months ago

Hillary: India, Pakistan have upset nuclear deterrent balance

The Hindu  

India and Pakistan have pursued nuclear weapons “in a way that has upset the balance of nuclear deterrent,” Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Friday. She added that that was why the United States was working with both countries “very hard to try to make sure that their nuclear stockpiles are well tended to, and that they participate with …

U.S. assures Pakistan of security assistance package
14 years, 11 months ago

U.S. assures Pakistan of security assistance package

The Hindu  

The Obama Administration’s goal is to provide a multi-year security assistance package to Pakistan, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said and termed the demand for nuclear deal as one of the several “complicated” issues with Islamabad. “I was pleased to inform the Foreign Minister that our goal is a multi-year security assistance package, including foreign military financing, based upon …

We will consider Pakistan's request for nuclear deal: Hillary
14 years, 11 months ago

We will consider Pakistan's request for nuclear deal: Hillary

The Hindu  

In the clearest sign yet from Washington, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Tuesday said the U.S. would “consider” Pakistan's request for a civil nuclear deal as Islamabad sought atomic cooperation and military hardware to bring itself on par with India. However, her remarks were tempered with the rider that the civil nuclear deal with India did not happen “easily …

US to press Pak to act against terror groups: Hillary
15 years, 4 months ago

US to press Pak to act against terror groups: Hillary

The Hindu  

The US would keep on pressing Pakistan to act decisively against all terror groups within its territory as “just knocking down Taliban somewhere” does not affect the militants’ widespread syndicate, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said. The US is encouraged and supportive of what Pakistan is doing and wants “more help against our common enemy,” Ms. Clinton said. Ms. …

Pakistan should do more: Hillary
15 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan should do more: Hillary

The Hindu  

On the last day of her three-day visit to Pakistan, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton charged on with her drive to win friends in this country even though the smiley mask slipped briefly to reveal America’s deepest, darkest fears about Pakistan. In comments that are being viewed as undiplomatic and rare from such a high official who has lavished …

Hillary scolds Pak over inaction on Al-Qaida
15 years, 4 months ago

Hillary scolds Pak over inaction on Al-Qaida

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton chided Pakistani officials on Thursday for failing to press the hunt for Al-Qaida inside their borders, suggesting they know where the terror leaders are hiding. “I find it hard to believe that nobody in your government knows where they are and couldn’t get them if they really wanted to,” Ms. Clinton said in …

Hillary in Pakistan to boost U.S. image
15 years, 4 months ago

Hillary in Pakistan to boost U.S. image

The Hindu  

Addressing the rising tide of anti-Americanism in Pakistan, visiting U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said on Wednesday she was going to make an effort "to speak directly" to the Pakistani people to remove the misunderstandings and misperceptions in the relations between the two countries. On Day One, Ms. Clinton met with the civilian leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, …

U.S. pressing Pakistan on Mumbai attack
15 years, 4 months ago

U.S. pressing Pakistan on Mumbai attack

The Hindu  

The U.S. is pushing Pakistan to bring the perpetrators of the Mumbai terror attack to justice and put an end to the nexus between the Inter-Services Intelligence and terror groups, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said. The relationship between the ISI and some terror groups remained a concern for the U.S., though there has been a remarkable improvement in …

Hillary sounds optimistic on Pakistan’s nuclear weapons
15 years, 5 months ago

Hillary sounds optimistic on Pakistan’s nuclear weapons

The Hindu  

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Sunday sought to play down fears that Pakistan’s nuclear weapons could fall into the hands of terrorists, saying that despite the “increasing challenge” to the authority of the Pakistani State from extremist groups America had “confidence” in Islamabad’s control over its nuclear arsenal. Ms. Clinton, who is on a visit to Britain, warned …

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