US President Says He’ll “Work With Both” Countries on Kashmir
In a dramatic diplomatic turn, US President Donald Trump announced a full and immediate ceasefire between India and Pakistan. Shortly after, he offered to mediate the long-standing Kashmir conflict between the two nuclear-armed nations.
Trump shared the announcement on his platform, Truth Social, where he praised the decision and expressed hope for future peace talks.
“I am very proud of the strong and unwaveringly powerful leadership of India and Pakistan… I will work with you both to see if, after a ‘thousand years,’ a solution can be arrived at concerning Kashmir,” he wrote.
India Yet to Respond to Mediation Offer
India has consistently rejected third-party mediation, maintaining that Kashmir is an integral part of the country. Although officials confirmed the ceasefire, they have not directly addressed Trump’s offer.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar reinforced India’s position:
“India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so.”
Interestingly, Indian leaders did not acknowledge the US role in negotiating the ceasefire.
Timeline of Ceasefire Developments
Earlier, President Trump revealed the news:
“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States… India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE.”
Following his announcement, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed direct communication with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif, External Affairs Minister Jaishankar, Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir, and National Security Advisors Ajit Doval and Asim Malik.
India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri reported that both Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) agreed to stop military activity by 5 PM IST Saturday. Additionally, both sides scheduled a follow-up meeting for May 12.
Mixed Reactions and Continued Tensions
While Pakistan openly thanked the United States for facilitating the agreement, fresh ceasefire violations surfaced hours later in Jammu and Kashmir.
Foreign Secretary Misri addressed the situation:
“Pakistan is responsible for this intrusion. The Indian Army is retaliating appropriately.”
Escalation Before the Ceasefire
The ceasefire came after four intense days of conflict. On May 7, India launched Operation Sindoor in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Indian jets targeted terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir without hitting civilian or military facilities.
Pakistan responded with heavy shelling and drone attacks on Indian territory. However, India’s air defense system intercepted most projectiles. In return, Indian forces struck several key Pakistani military installations, including airbases, causing major damage.
Indian Defence Forces Remain Vigilant
In a joint press briefing, India’s Army, Navy, and Air Force confirmed their commitment to the ceasefire. Nevertheless, they emphasized their readiness to defend national sovereignty.
“Every misadventure by Pakistan has been met with strength, and every future escalation will invite a decisive response,” said a joint military statement.
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