May 10, 2025 – Washington, D.C.
President Donald Trump announced a “full and immediate ceasefire” between India and Pakistan, de-escalating a week of intense conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors. In a Truth Social post, Trump hailed the agreement, brokered through U.S. mediation, as a triumph of “Common Sense and Great Intelligence.” The ceasefire, effective immediately, was confirmed by Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, halting all military actions as of 5:00 PM IST.
The conflict erupted after a terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir on April 22, killing 26 civilians. India’s retaliatory strikes on alleged terrorist sites in Pakistan and Pakistan’s counterattacks, including missile strikes and airspace closure, raised fears of a broader war. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance led talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to secure the ceasefire.
Global leaders, including Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan and G7 ministers, welcomed the move. Rubio announced plans for further talks at a neutral site to address ongoing issues. While India has yet to issue a full statement, sources confirm the ceasefire was finalized through direct military talks initiated by Pakistan.
The agreement marks a critical step toward peace, though India’s warning that future terrorist acts will be treated as “acts of war” underscores the need for sustained dialogue. Further updates are expected as talks progress.
