In a dramatic shift following days of escalating military conflict, Pakistan and India agreed to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire on Saturday, temporarily halting missile exchanges and drone strikes between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
The agreement came hours after Pakistan launched “Operation Bunyan-ul-Marsoos,” targeting 26 Indian military installations in response to Indian missile strikes that killed 26 civilians, including women and children. The tipping point was India’s attack on Pakistan’s Nur Khan Air Base, a vital facility near Rawalpindi.
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Despite the ceasefire, India accused Pakistan of violations within hours. Pakistan denied the allegations, asserting its full commitment to the ceasefire and urging restraint and communication to resolve any issues.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance led intense diplomatic efforts, speaking with key leaders from both nations. President Trump announced the breakthrough on Truth Social, praising both sides for their “common sense and intelligence.”
Pakistan’s Foreign Office defended its actions as lawful self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter, citing India’s unprovoked missile and drone attacks, including on civilian targets and places of worship. It emphasized that Pakistan’s response was precise and avoided civilian casualties.
India confirmed the suspension of all military operations and reiterated its stance against terrorism, blaming Pakistan for the Pahalgam attack in IIOJK — a claim Islamabad rejected.
Both sides now face pressure to engage in formal talks at a neutral venue. Pakistan called for constructive diplomacy, especially on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, urging the international community to restrain India from using terrorism as a pretext for aggressive policy moves.
As the fragile peace holds, the world watches closely. The fear of escalation between two nuclear powers has momentarily receded, but deep-rooted tensions remain unresolved.
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