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India, Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire After U.S.-Mediated Peace Talks
NEW DELHI/ISLAMABAD, May 10 — After four tense days of escalating hostilities, India and Pakistan have agreed to a full ceasefire, halting all military operations across land, air, and sea as of 5 PM today. The breakthrough was confirmed shortly after former U.S. President Donald Trump announced the truce via a post on his Truth Social platform.
“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE,” Trump wrote, praising both nations for their “common sense and great intelligence.”
The ceasefire was formally acknowledged by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, who stated that the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from both nations held discussions and agreed to cease hostilities. “Instructions have been issued to enforce this understanding. The DGMOs will reconvene on May 12 at 12:00 PM for further dialogue,” he said.
India confirmed that the Pakistani DGMO initiated the call that led to the agreement. However, Indian officials clarified that no additional negotiations on broader issues are scheduled at this point.
The announcement follows India’s stern warning that “any act of terror will be considered an act of war.” Despite agreeing to the ceasefire, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized that India’s stance on terrorism remains unchanged. “India will continue its firm and uncompromising position against terrorism in all its forms,” he posted on X (formerly Twitter).
.@MEAIndia announces that stoppage of firing & military action between India and Pakistan was worked out directly between the two countries.
— Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (@MIB_India) May 10, 2025
The Pak DGMO initiated the call this afternoon after which discussions took place and understanding reached.
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Prior to this diplomatic breakthrough, the U.S. had initially taken a neutral stance, with a spokesperson stating, “we’re not going to get involved in a war that’s fundamentally none of our business.” However, behind the scenes, top U.S. officials played a critical role in defusing the crisis.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio later confirmed that he and Vice President JD Vance were actively involved in brokering peace. “In the last 48 hours, @VP Vance and I engaged with senior Indian and Pakistani officials — including both Prime Ministers, Foreign Ministers, Army Chiefs, and National Security Advisors,” Rubio stated on X. He praised the leadership of Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif for choosing the path of diplomacy.
The ceasefire brings a temporary halt to one of the most dangerous flare-ups between the nuclear-armed neighbors in recent years. While military actions have ceased, diplomatic relations remain tense, with no sign of resumption in talks on deeper issues like the suspended Indus Waters Treaty, trade, or visa services.
