India and Pakistan have agreed to a "full and immediate" ceasefire following days of intense strikes and counter-strikes, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on May 10, 2025. The ceasefire is set to take effect from 5 p.m. local time, marking a significant de-escalation after a sharp escalation in hostilities that included missile and drone attacks targeting military bases on both sides.
The announcement came after extensive talks mediated by the United States, with both countries’ Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) agreeing to halt all military actions by land, air, and sea. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the ceasefire, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to peace and regional security while maintaining its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The recent conflict was triggered by a deadly terrorist attack in India-administered Jammu and Kashmir in late April, which India attributes to Pakistan-based groups. Subsequent military responses escalated tensions, with Pakistan reporting missile strikes near Islamabad and India conducting counterterror operations under "Operation Sindoor."
Despite fears of nuclear escalation during the peak of hostilities, both sides have shown willingness to step back and engage in dialogue. Plans are underway for further talks on a broad range of issues, scheduled to begin on May 12 at a neutral location.
This ceasefire brings a pause to one of the most intense flare-ups between the two nuclear-armed neighbors in nearly three decades, offering a fragile opportunity for renewed diplomacy and stability in the volatile Kashmir region.
