JAMMU, MAY 10 — India and Pakistan agreed to a full ceasefire on Saturday after four days of intense military hostilities that drew global concern. The ceasefire, effective from 5 p.m. local time, halts all land, air, and sea operations between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.
The announcement followed a late-night mediation effort reportedly led by the United States. President Donald Trump declared the breakthrough on his Truth Social platform, claiming: “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.”
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed the development in New Delhi, saying the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both countries agreed to the ceasefire during a direct communication. “Instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding,” Misri added, noting that further communication is scheduled for May 12.
The ceasefire deal came after Pakistan’s DGMO initiated a call on Saturday afternoon. However, Indian government sources said there were no plans for broader talks, and the ceasefire remains conditional.
“The government remains fully prepared and ever-vigilant,” a senior official told The Chenab Times. “Any future escalation by Pakistan will invite a decisive response.”
India also reiterated that the suspension of diplomatic measures, including the Indus Water Treaty, would remain in place.
The conflict escalated following a deadly terrorist attack on April 22 in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, where 26 civilians were killed. India blamed Pakistan for the incident and launched Operation Sindoor, striking multiple terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
Pakistan responded with drone and artillery strikes, which India said were successfully countered. While nearly 20 civilians lost lives due to Pakistani shelling along LoC.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance reportedly held talks with key Indian and Pakistani leaders, including Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif. “We commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif on their wisdom, prudence, and statesmanship in choosing the path of peace,” Rubio posted on X.
Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, while confirming the ceasefire, reaffirmed India’s uncompromising stance on terrorism. His Pakistani counterpart, Ishaq Dar, also confirmed the development and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to regional peace.
The Chenab Times had earlier reported the ceasefire in a video bulletin as the news broke.
Further details of the agreement, including any possible roadmap for dialogue, remain undisclosed.
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