After four days of intense cross-border hostilities between India and Pakistan, an “understanding” to cease all military actions across land, air, and sea was announced on Saturday.
The move has drawn global attention, including praise from US President Donald Trump, who credited American diplomatic efforts and expressed willingness to help resolve the Kashmir issue.
In a post on Truth Social Sunday morning, Trump applauded the leadership of both nations for halting aggression that he warned could have “led to the deaths of millions.” He also said the United States would enhance trade with both India and Pakistan and declared his intent to work with both sides to seek a long-term resolution on Kashmir.
“Millions of good and innocent people could have died! Your legacy is greatly enhanced by your brave actions… I am proud that the USA was able to help you arrive at this historic and heroic decision,” Trump posted.
He added that while Kashmir was not explicitly discussed during the recent talks, he would now “work with both sides” to attempt a solution to the decades-old dispute.
However, Indian officials clarified that the ceasefire was the result of direct military-to-military engagement, not mediated by any third party. According to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, the understanding was reached during a call between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both countries.
Despite the ceasefire agreement, India later reported that Pakistan breached the truce by launching drone attacks on Indian cities. The Indian armed forces responded with “adequate and appropriate” action, Misri confirmed.
“There have been repeated violations… This is a breach of the understanding reached earlier today,” said Misri.
As tensions simmer, the focus now shifts to maintaining calm and preventing further escalation, even as global leaders, including Trump, eye a potential diplomatic opportunity in South Asia.
