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NEW DELHI, May 10 — Just minutes after India confirmed a ceasefire agreement with Pakistan, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar delivered a firm reminder of India’s stance on terrorism. “India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so,” he stated.
At a government briefing following the ceasefire announcement, spokespersons reiterated India’s readiness to defend its sovereignty. Commodore Raghu Nair warned that any future escalation by Pakistan will face a decisive and strong response, emphasizing India’s full operational preparedness.
The ceasefire, effective from 5 PM today, was finalized during a call between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan at 3:30 PM. Both sides agreed to halt all military action — on land, air, and sea. Another DGMO call is scheduled for Monday at 12 PM to review the situation.
India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 10, 2025
India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so.
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 10, 2025
The truce followed a surprise announcement by former U.S. President Donald Trump on Truth Social, stating that a ceasefire had been brokered through a long night of U.S.-mediated talks. His post marked a significant shift from the U.S.’s previous hands-off stance. Just a day earlier, Vice President JD Vance had said, “This is fundamentally none of our business,” indicating the U.S. would avoid military involvement while still encouraging de-escalation through diplomacy.
Indian officials noted that the ceasefire was “conditional”, with no change in India’s diplomatic posture toward Pakistan, including continued suspension of bilateral treaties and agreements like the Indus Waters Treaty.
Tensions had escalated sharply after Pakistan launched missile attacks on Indian air bases, causing limited damage, according to Wing Commander Vyomika Singh. India responded with ‘Operation Sindoor’, a series of precision strikes on nine terror targets across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
The current crisis was triggered by the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were gunned down in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam Valley. India squarely blamed Pakistan, a charge that Islamabad denied. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had vowed a strong response, which culminated in the launch of military operations last week.
While the ceasefire offers a pause in open hostilities, both sides remain on alert, and India has made it clear: the fight against terrorism is far from over.
