Countries India and Pakistan reach a mutual understanding to halt hostilities.
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India and Pakistan Agree to Full Ceasefire as Tensions Ease
In a surprising turn of events, the nuclear-armed neighbors, India and Pakistan, announced a full and immediate ceasefire on May 10, 2025. The development was mediated by the United States and hailed as a triumph of common sense by none other than US President Donald Trump.
Tensions had been escalating rapidly between the two nations, with frequent skirmishes and mutual allegations of military actions. The ceasefire comes after an extended period of tense negotiations.
"Following intense talks mediated by the United States, I am thrilled to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL and INSTANT CEASEFIRE," Trump declared on his Truth Social network.
Both countries agreed to "immediately halt all firing and military action on land, air, and sea" as confirmed by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister expressed gratitude for the peaceful resolution, stating, "We have always strived for peace and security in the region while safeguarding our sovereignty and territorial integrity!"
This ceasefire comes after a series of attacks between the two countries, with the most recent one involving an attack on Indian air bases by Pakistan, following what India claimed was an overnight raid on Pakistani territory. According to authorities in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, the clashes had claimed the lives of 11 civilians[1][2].
The countries have a long-standing dispute over Kashmir, a predominantly Muslim region that both claim in full but administer separately. The region has been a recurring source of tension between the two nations[2].
The ceasefire marks a significant step towards peace and stability in the region. The next round of talks between India and Pakistan was scheduled for May 12, 2025[3].
[1] "Pakistan and India agree to a ceasefire with immediate effect," AFP, May 10, 2025.[2] "India-Pakistan conflict: Timeline of disputes," BBC News, Updated January 18, 2022.[3] "India, Pakistan to hold talks on May 12 amid ceasefire announcement," Press Trust of India, May 10, 2025.
The full and immediate ceasefire announced by India and Pakistan on May 10, 2025, was confirmed by both Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar following intense talks mediated by the United States. This development came as a triumph of common sense, hailed by US President Donald Trump, and marked a significant step towards peace and stability in the region. The prolonged regional conflict over Kashmir, a persistent source of tension between the two nations, has claimed the lives of 11 civilians in the most recent skirmishes. The next round of talks between India and Pakistan is scheduled for May 12, 2025.
