Trump Expresses Gratitude, Vows to Work with India, Pakistan on Kashmir Resolution After Ceasefire
A day after announcing a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal between India and Pakistan, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his gratitude to the leaders of both countries for their decision to stop hostilities. Trump called the ceasefire a wise move, one that prevented what could have been “death and destruction of so many, and so much.”
On his Truth Social platform, Trump also emphasized his commitment to working with both nations to find a solution to the Kashmir issue, which has been a point of tension for decades. He wrote, “I will work with you both to see if, after a thousand years, a solution can be arrived at concerning Kashmir. God bless the leadership of India and Pakistan on a job well done!!!”
The President’s remarks came after the announcement that his administration had brokered the ceasefire following days of mounting tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Trump thanked the Indian and Pakistani leadership for having the strength to end what could have escalated into a devastating conflict.
“Millions of good and innocent people could have died!” Trump continued in his post, praising the decision to halt the aggression. His statement reflects the concern that the situation on the ground could have led to massive casualties and destabilization in the region.
The announcement of the ceasefire came amid significant military movements. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif convened a meeting of the National Command Authority, the body responsible for overseeing national security and nuclear matters. While Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif denied the meeting took place, a CNN report stated that U.S. officials stepped in after receiving credible intelligence about a possible dramatic escalation from Pakistan’s side.
According to the report, U.S. Vice President JD Vance had directly called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inform him about the escalating situation. After a briefing with Trump, Vance reached out to Modi, highlighting intelligence about Pakistani troop movements near the International Border and warning of potential escalation.
Trump’s acknowledgment of the Indian and Pakistani leadership’s wisdom in calling for a ceasefire marks a rare moment of praise from a U.S. president in a conflict between the two nations. He noted, “I am very proud of the strong and unwaveringly powerful leadership of India and Pakistan for having the strength, wisdom, and fortitude to fully know and understand that it was time to stop the current aggression that could have led to the death and destruction of so many, and so much.”
Despite the announcement of peace, the ceasefire quickly proved fragile. India reported violations from Pakistan, with heavy shelling continuing in the Akhnoor, Rajouri, and RS Pura sectors along the International Border. Multiple drone sightings were also reported in the region, leading to the downing of at least four drones by India. This violation raised doubts about the sustainability of the ceasefire.
In a follow-up statement, Trump expressed hope that the peace deal would not only ease tensions but also pave the way for future prosperity for both nations. “Your legacy is greatly enhanced by your brave actions,” he said, praising both leaders for their decision. Trump also suggested that this peace deal could be the beginning of stronger economic relations, stating, “While not even discussed, I am going to increase trade, substantially, with both of these great nations.”
Despite Trump’s diplomatic efforts, India maintained that the ceasefire deal was reached directly between the two countries and had no third-party involvement. The differences over the ceasefire’s fragility reflect the underlying tensions that remain between India and Pakistan, despite international efforts to mediate peace.
In his surprise announcement, Trump had declared that both countries had agreed to a “full and immediate ceasefire” after four days of intense military engagements. However, India’s swift counterclaims of violations suggest that lasting peace remains elusive, with both sides still wary of each other’s intentions.
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