Related Article: Will Trump use this Pakistani tool as leverage against India? - indiatoday.in - Monday, August 18, 2025, 12:27:31 AM Eastern Daylight Time
Target: US Department of State, White House National Security Council, US Congress
Goal: We call on the US government to ensure that its foreign policy decisions, particularly regarding terrorist designations, are not used as leverage for baseless accusations against India. We urge transparency, evidence-based actions, and respect for interna
The recent US decision to label the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and the Majeed Brigade as Foreign Terrorist Organizations has been quickly seized upon by the Pakistani government to bolster unsubstantiated claims that India supports Baloch insurgents. This move comes amid warming US-Pakistan ties and a backdrop of trade tensions and unpredictable policy moves from the Trump administration.
History shows that such actions can have significant diplomatic fallout, as seen in the deterioration of Indo-Canadian relations following unsupported accusations regarding the Khalistani movement. Experts warn that, while there is currently no evidence of US plans to target Indian individuals or entities, the risk of such designations being misused for political leverage cannot be ignored, especially given the administration’s track record.
We demand that the US government refrain from enabling or participating in smear campaigns against India based on unproven allegations. Instead, the US should prioritize transparency, evidence-based policy, and constructive engagement in South Asia. Diplomatic relations must not be sacrificed for short-term geopolitical maneuvering or the appeasement of authoritarian interests.