India, Pakistan Have Agreed To ‘Full And Immediate’ Ceasefire: Trump

In a major development following four days of escalating conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday evening announced that India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after overnight negotiations facilitated by the United States.

Shortly after Trump’s statement, both India’s Ministry of External Affairs and Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the ceasefire, which covers hostilities across land, sea, and air.

According to India, the truce was formalised after a Saturday afternoon call from Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations to his Indian counterpart, with the ceasefire taking effect at 5 p.m. IST.

Trump Announced First

Posting on his platform, Truth Social, on Saturday evening (8 a.m. Washington D.C. time), President Trump wrote:

“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. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”

Dialogue To Address Broader Issues

Echoing Trump’s announcement, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio posted on X shortly thereafter, confirming the ceasefire and revealing that he had spoken earlier in the day with Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir.

Rubio also noted that both nations have agreed to initiate dialogue on a wider range of issues at a neutral venue.

“We commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif on their wisdom, prudence, and statesmanship in choosing the path of peace,” he added.

Ceasefire Agreed After DMGO-Level Talks

India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri told the media, “Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) called the Indian DGMO at 15:35 hours earlier this afternoon. It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time.”

“Today, instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding. The Directors General of Military Operations will talk again on the 12th of May at 1200 hours,” Misri said.

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar tweeted, “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.”

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, tweeted: “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.”