Pakistan and India agree to immediate ceasefire
Pakisrtan India ceasefire
A full and immediate ceasefire between India and Pakistan has been reached after days of heightened military exchanges between the two nuclear-armed South Asian neighbours.
The announcement was first made by US President Donald Trump on Saturday and later confirmed by Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The agreement follows including missile and drone strikes that escalated regional tensions and drew global concern.
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that India and Pakistan have agreed to a "full and immediate ceasefire" after both nations exchanged military strikes in recent days.
Neither Pakistan nor India has confirmed the US president's statement.
"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 said in a post on Truth Social.
Minutes after the US president's announcement, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the development on social media, while also reaffirming Pakistan’s consistent pursuit of peace and regional stability while emphasising that the country remains firm in defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!
India and Pakistan have reached an understanding to halt firing and military operations, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on Saturday.
In a statement posted on social media, Jaishankar said, “India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action.”
He reiterated India’s longstanding position on terrorism, stating that the country maintains a “firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations” and will continue to do so.
India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action.
India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so.Meanwhile, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri later also confirmed an immediate ceasefire agreement had been reached Pakistan, suspending all military operations on land, in the air, and at sea
Addressing a press briefing in New Delhi, Misri said the decision was the result of sustained diplomatic engagement and reflects a mutual desire to prevent further escalation.
“The Government of India confirms that all military activity with Pakistan has been suspended with immediate effect across all domains,” he stated.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on social media that India and Pakistan had agreed to an immediate ceasefire and are to begin formal talks on a range of issues at a neutral venue, following intensive US diplomatic efforts.
In a statement posted on social media, Rubio said that over the past 48 hours, he and US Vice President JD Vance had engaged with senior Pakistani and Indian leaders, including Prime Ministers Shehbaz Sharif and Narendra Modi and, Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, and National Security Advisors Ajit Doval and Asim Malik.
Over the past 48 hours, @VP Vance and I have engaged with senior Indian and Pakistani officials, including Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif, External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir, and National Security Advisors Ajit…
Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply following the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), which left 26 dead. India blamed Pakistan-based elements without providing evidence; Islamabad rejected the allegations.
In response, India closed the Wagah border, revoked Pakistani visas, and suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. Pakistan called the move an “act of war” and sealed its side of the crossing.
On May 6–7, explosions were reported in Pakistani cities including Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur. Pakistan accused India of airstrikes and launched Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos in retaliation, targeting Indian military installations.
Pakistan claimed to have downed five Indian fighter jets, including four Rafales. Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said more could have been shot down but Pakistan chose restraint. A French intelligence official confirmed to CNN the first-ever combat loss of a Rafale jet.
Pakistan also reported intercepting 77 Israeli-made Harop drones using both electronic and conventional defences. The military stated that the operation is targeting launch points used in attacks on civilians and mosques. As part of the campaign, Pakistan launched the Al-Fatah missile in honour of children killed in recent strikes.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif confirmed that no meeting of the National Command Authority had been held or was planned.
Meanwhile, Indian Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said India supports de-escalation if Pakistan reciprocates. Indian Army officials admitted damage at five airbases.
The US and G7 nations have urged both countries to de-escalate and resume dialogue.