BREAKING: India and Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire Following U.S. Mediation

May 10, 2025 – Islamabad/New Delhi

In a significant development, India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate ceasefire” after a week of escalating military tensions, according to a statement by U.S. President Donald Trump. The announcement follows intensive overnight negotiations mediated by the United States, aiming to de-escalate the most severe conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbors in decades.

The recent hostilities were triggered by a terrorist attack on April 22 in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians, including 25 Hindu tourists. India attributed the attack to Pakistan-based militant groups, leading to a series of retaliatory actions, including “Operation Sindoor” on May 7, where Indian forces launched missile strikes targeting alleged terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. Pakistan responded with its own military actions, resulting in casualties on both sides and raising international concerns over the potential for a broader conflict.The Scottish Sun+4Wikipedia+4Wikipedia+4

President Trump announced the ceasefire agreement via his social media platform, 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.” He emphasized the importance of diplomatic solutions in resolving such critical issues.The Guardian+3The Scottish Sun+3The Times+3

The ceasefire has been welcomed by the international community, with various nations and organizations urging both countries to maintain open channels of communication and to work towards a lasting peace in the region. While the situation remains fragile, the agreement marks a hopeful step towards stability and the prevention of further escalation.

As part of the ceasefire terms, both India and Pakistan have agreed to halt cross-border military operations and to engage in continued diplomatic dialogues to address underlying issues. The success of these efforts will depend on sustained commitment from both sides to uphold the ceasefire and to pursue peaceful resolutions to their longstanding disputes.

This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.