In this conversation with Vikram Chandra for The India Story, Shashi Tharoor speaks candidly about India's strategic decisions in the face of escalating tensions with Pakistan. He addresses the latest actions taken by India in response to cross-border terrorism and the government's firm stance on zero tolerance. Tharoor critiques U.S. foreign policy, especially President Trump's tweet suggesting a potential mediation on Kashmir, and the implications of this on India's sovereignty. With tensions running high, Tharoor offers his insights on how India should handle international diplomacy moving forward, particularly regarding the perceptions of India in the global media.