Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed gratitude towards “brotherly nations” and former U.S. President Donald Trump for their roles in de-escalating recent tensions between Pakistan and India. The acknowledgment comes shortly after a fragile ceasefire agreement was brokered after cross-border hostilities had raised fears of wider conflict between two nuclear-armed neighbors. AP News | Wikipedia | Politico
PM Sharif acknowledged the diplomatic efforts leading up to the ceasefire agreement and thanked President Donald Trump for his leadership and proactive role for peace in the region. Pakistan appreciates United States for helping facilitate an outcome which we have accepted for regional peace and stability”. Its Star Tribune
Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif extended his gratitude to other countries, such as China, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, for their help in defusing the crisis. He noted that Pakistan remains committed to peace but will never compromise its sovereignty or territorial integrity.
Recent tensions were set off by a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir that resulted in 26 civilian deaths and was blamed on Pakistan-based militants, prompting India to respond with retaliatory strikes and an increase in military activities along the Line of Control – sparking international alarm with fears of full-scale war. On YouTube. Consequently. this escalated quickly. WATCH the YouTube clip.
Former President Trump took credit for mediating a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, declaring, “After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate and full ceasefire agreement – congratulations to both countries on using common sense and great intelligence!” However, Indian officials did not publicly acknowledge any third-party mediation, maintaining it was bilateral decision made in consultation between themselves alone and each side involved. Its The Times of India + 1 on Wikipedia.
Though a ceasefire has been agreed to, reports of violations have surfaced with both sides accusing each other of breaking it. Explosions were reported shortly after its announcement in Indian-administered Kashmir while drone sightings over Pakistani territory have raised doubts as to its durability (AP News/Politico).
PM Sharif once again expressed Pakistan’s readiness to engage in dialogue with India and resolve long-standing issues, such as Kashmir. He appealed to the international community to assist efforts toward sustainable peace in South Asia.
Situation remains delicate, with both nations under international observation to uphold their respective ceasefire agreements and work toward finding lasting resolution.