Shashi Tharoor said that US vice president JD Vance understands the impossibility of mediating between India and Pakistan, as it would imply an equivalence between a victim and a terrorist. Tharoor highlighted India's strong diplomatic outreach, noting more meetings at higher levels compared to the Pakistani delegation. He also emphasised the unity within India regarding the issue of terrorism.
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