Quick Summary
- India and Pakistan agree to a full ceasefire.
- Talks were helped by the United States.
- Both sides say they want peace, but tensions remain.
Ceasefire Announced After US Help
US President Donald Trump said India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and fast ceasefire. The US helped start the peace talks.
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the deal. He said Pakistan wants peace but will protect its land.
India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar said both sides agreed to stop firing and military action.
But he added that India will stay strong against terrorism.
Military Talks Confirm Ceasefire
India and Pakistan's top military officers (DG MOs) talked directly.
They agreed to start a full ceasefire on land, air, and sea from 5 PM (India time).
Another call is planned for May 12 at noon to review the situation.
What Happened Before the Ceasefire?
From Friday night to Saturday evening, both countries blamed each other for:
- Drone attacks
- Missile strikes
- Violating the Line of Control (LoC)
These actions caused damage and deaths on both sides.
Global Leaders Call for Calm
World leaders asked India and Pakistan to stay away from war.
Early Saturday, the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir.
Rubio told both sides to reduce tension and offered US mediation.
He also spoke with Jaishankar, who said India is acting "wisely and with care".
China also asked both countries to stay calm.
Pakistan Claims Indian Attacks
Late Friday night, Pakistan said India attacked:
- Noor Khan Air Base
- Shorkot Air Base
- Murid Air Base
Pakistan said all air force assets were safe. India did not respond to this claim.
Pakistan Strikes Back
Pakistan launched a response operation called “Bunyan Mersus”.
This followed India’s earlier missile attacks on May 6, which hit Pakistan and its part of Kashmir, killing at least 33 people.
India said their attacks were part of “Operation Sandur”, in response to tourist deaths in Pahalgam, Kashmir.
History Repeats: 2019 Similar Tensions
In 2019, India and Pakistan were also close to war.
There was an air fight, and Pakistan shot down an Indian jet and captured the pilot.
That time too, Trump was US President. US action helped stop war back then.
US Wants Peace, Not Control
Trump said he knows both leaders well and wants them to solve the issue.
He added, “They’ve been fighting for Kashmir for thousands of years... the tension is high, but it always is.”
US Vice President J.D. Vance said:
- “India attacked, Pakistan responded.”
- “Both must stay calm.”
- “We don’t want a nuclear war.”
He also said the US can’t force either country to give up arms.
Is the US Still Involved?
Analysts say this time, the US was less active than in 1999 or 2019.
But former Pakistani ambassador Maleeha Lodhi says the US is involved.
US Secretary of State Rubio spoke to leaders in both India and Pakistan.
He told them to talk directly and lower tensions.
Why Is the US Moving Slowly?
Experts say the US is busy with:
- Ukraine
- Gaza
- China
- Trade issues
Also, Trump believes India and Pakistan must work it out themselves, even if there's some conflict first.
Final Thoughts: Hope for Peace
Despite the long conflict, both countries paused military action.
Thanks to US mediation, talks are happening again.
The world hopes this will lead to long-term peace in South Asia.
Source: BBC
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