Indian premier refuses to give up nuclear weapons

India will not reciprocate on Pakistan’s offer to dismantle its nuclear weapons, but hoped never to have to use them against its long-time rival, Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee told parliament in New Delhi today.

“We are seeking friendship with Pakistan, but we will be cautious,” Vajpayee said during a debate on the new peace overtures between the South Asian rivals.