US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that India and Pakistan have accepted a “full and immediate ceasefire” after both nations exchanged military strikes in recent days.
“After a long evening of conversations mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have accepted a full and immediate ceasefire. Congratulations to both countries using common sense and great intelligence,” he said in a post of truth in truth.
Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply after the April 22 attack in Pahagam, Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), leaving 26 dead. India accused Pakistan-based elements without providing evidence; Islamabad rejected the claims.
In response, India closed the Wagah border, recalled Pakistani Visa and suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. Pakistan called the move a “act of war” and sealed his side of the intersection.
On May 6 to 7, explosions were reported in Pakistani cities, including Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur. Pakistan accused India of air strikes and launched Operation Bunyan-Un-Marsoos as retaliation and targeted Indian military installations.
Pakistan claimed to have shut down five Indian fighter jets, including four rafales. LT Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said more could have been shot down, but Pakistan chose restraint. A French intelligence officer confirmed to CNN the first loss of fighting of a Rafale jet.
Pakistan also reported to capture 77 Israeli-made Haroproners using both electronic and conventional defense. The military stated that the operation is targeted at launch points used in attacks on civilians and mosques. As part of the campaign, Pakistan al-Fatah missile launched in honor of children killed in recent strikes.
Defense Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed that no meeting had been held in the National Command Authority or was scheduled.
Meanwhile, the Indian wing commander Vyomika Singh said India supports de-scaling if Pakistan reciprocates. Indian Army officials admitted injuries to five airbases.
The US and G7 nations have called on both countries to step down and resume dialogue.
