On May 10, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that India and Pakistan had agreed to a "full and immediate ceasefire" following a period of intense military confrontation. Trump stated that the agreement was reached through U.S.-mediated talks and praised both nations for their "common sense and great intelligence" in choosing to de-escalate. The ceasefire comes after several days of heavy cross-border fighting, missile strikes, and significant casualties on both sides.
The U.S. played a central diplomatic role, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio actively urging both countries to de-escalate and engage in dialogue. The White House confirmed that Trump sought a rapid end to hostilities, and Rubio maintained frequent communication with leaders in New Delhi and Islamabad. The agreement reportedly includes the start of talks on a broad set of issues at a neutral site, signaling a possible path toward more sustained dialogue.
Now widely known, the crisis was triggered by a terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, in Baisaran Valley, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed at least 26 tourists. India accused Pakistan of supporting the attackers, prompting a rapid escalation that included diplomatic expulsions, the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, border closures, and reciprocal trade and travel restrictions. From April 24 to May 6, both sides engaged in heavy skirmishes, culminating in Indian missile strikes on May 7, known as Operation Sindoor. India claimed the strikes targeted militant groups, while Pakistan alleged they struck civilian areas.