Breaking: India and Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire After Days of Deadly Clashes

On May 10, 2025, India and Pakistan announced a ceasefire agreement following a period of intense military exchanges. The truce was brokered through diplomatic efforts led by the United States, with President Donald Trump announcing the development via social media. The agreement aimed to halt hostilities across land, air, and sea.

Despite the announcement, reports emerged within hours of renewed hostilities. Explosions were heard in Srinagar and Jammu, and India accused Pakistan of violating the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC). Indian officials stated that their armed forces responded appropriately to these breaches. The situation remained tense, with both nations on high alert.

The recent escalation was triggered by a terrorist attack on April 22 in Indian-administered Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of 26 individuals. India attributed the attack to the Pakistan-based group Lashkar-e-Taiba, leading to retaliatory strikes targeting alleged militant infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Pakistan denied involvement in the attack and condemned India’s military response.

International reactions to the ceasefire were cautiously optimistic. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance engaged with leaders from both countries to facilitate the agreement. Global figures, including United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and leaders from the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia, welcomed the ceasefire and emphasized the importance of sustained diplomatic engagement to resolve underlying issues.