U.S. President Donald Trump announced on May 10, 2025, via Truth Social that India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire, halting a dangerous escalation of military strikes.
Praising the “strong and unwaveringly powerful leadership” of both nations, Trump highlighted U.S. mediation, proposed increased trade, and expressed willingness to address the longstanding Kashmir dispute, marking a pivotal moment in the India-Pakistan conflict.
Trump’s Ceasefire Announcement
In his Truth Social post, Trump stated, “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.” He credited U.S. mediation for the “historic and heroic decision,” noting it prevented “millions of good and innocent people” from potential harm. Neither India nor Pakistan has officially confirmed the ceasefire.
Proposed Trade and Kashmir Initiatives
Trump pledged to “increase trade, substantially, with both of these great Nations” and work toward a Kashmir solution “after a thousand years” of conflict. The Kashmir dispute, central to India-Pakistan tensions, intensified after the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 people, prompting India’s Operation Sindoor and Pakistan’s Operation Bunyaan al Marsoos.
The ceasefire follows intense strikes, including Pakistan’s targeting of Indian airbases and India’s attacks on Pakistani bases, raising nuclear concerns.
Read: Trump Announces India-Pakistan Ceasefire Amid Escalating Military Tensions
The recent escalation saw Pakistan down 77 Indian drones and claim five jets, while India reported damage to five airbases. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and G7 nations urged de-escalation, with Rubio engaging Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir and India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar. Trump’s announcement aligns with these diplomatic efforts, positioning the U.S. as a key mediator in averting further conflict between the nuclear-armed rivals.
