In a significant development signaling a potential de-escalation of regional tensions, the United States announced that India and Pakistan have reached a consensus to cease their ongoing hostilities. The agreement mandates a complete and immediate ceasefire between the two South Asian neighbors.
The announcement came via a post on X by a prominent US figure, stating, “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. Congratulations to both countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
Prior to this declaration, high-level diplomatic engagements were undertaken by US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who held discussions with the Prime Ministers of India and Pakistan. These talks paved the way for the agreement, fostering a channel for dialogue between the nations.
Confirming the news from Islamabad, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated that a truce had been established with India. This announcement followed the earlier statement from the US. The development is anticipated to provide an opportunity to ease the historically strained relationship between the two countries, with the expectation of renewed diplomatic efforts.
Further details emerged from India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, who disclosed, “Pakistan’s Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) called Indian DGMO at 15:35 hours earlier this afternoon. It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time. Today, instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding. The Directors General of Military Operations will talk again on the 12th of May at 1200 hours.” This confirms the immediate implementation of the ceasefire and outlines plans for future communication between the military leadership of both nations.