Ahead of the monsoon session, the Centre expressed readiness to discuss key issues raised by the opposition, including Operation Sindoor and Trump's ceasefire claims. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju affirmed the government's openness to discussions within parliamentary rules. While the government is willing to respond to Trump's claims, it will tread carefully to maintain bilateral relations.
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