President Donald Trump announced early Saturday morning that talks facilitated by the United States have led to a "full and immediate ceasefire" between India and Pakistan.
The news comes just days after India launched missile strikes on Pakistan-administered Kashmir and Pakistani military bases, a move escalating tensions after a deadly militant attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir, which India blames on Pakistan.
Pakistan retaliated with drone and missile attacks on Indian military targets, marking the most intense conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors in decades. Both nations accused each other of initiating the attacks, prompting international calls for de-escalation amid fears of a broader war.
The United States offered to start "constructive talks" between the two nations, leading to today's announcement.
"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 celebrated on Truth Social. "Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 10, 2025
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Donald Trump, a consistent and unwavering proponent of peace throughout both terms as President, scores yet another impressive victory on foreign policy with this announcement.
Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan Ishaq Dar confirmed the ceasefire deal with the BBC.
According to the outlet, Dar said, "Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!"
Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised both India and Pakistan for choosing a path of de-escalation and indicated that talks will continue between the nuclear-armed nations on a host of other matters.
"We commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif on their wisdom, prudence, and statesmanship in choosing the path of peace," Rubio wrote on X.
Over the past 48 hours, @VP Vance and I have engaged with senior Indian and Pakistani officials, including Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir, and National Security Advisors Ajit…
— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) May 10, 2025
Rubio notes that Vice President JD Vance was a part of the negotiations. Vance had previously told Fox News that the administration would encourage de-escalation but the United States would not get involved in the skirmish.
"What we can do is try to encourage these folks to de-escalate a little bit, but we’re not going to get involved in the middle of a war that’s fundamentally none of our business and has nothing to do with America’s ability to control it,” Vance said.
Great work from the President’s team, especially Secretary Rubio.
— JD Vance (@JDVance) May 10, 2025
And my gratitude to the leaders of India and Pakistan for their hard work and willingness to engage in this ceasefire. https://t.co/ddDzFMAT3H
Peace through strength and firm negotiating tactics, rather than inserting America into foreign wars, has won out again.
The BBC reports that India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri also confirmed that India and Pakistan would "stop all firing and military action on land, air, and sea."
It is a swift and impressive move towards peace in a region CBS News recently described as being on the "brink of war."
This is a developing story. RedState will provide further updates as they become available.
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