India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire after four days of intense fighting involving fighter jets, missiles, and drones. The breakthrough came on Saturday afternoon when Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) called India’s DGMO at 3:35 p.m. local time, and both sides agreed to stop all firing and military action on land, air, and sea with effect from 5 p.m. Indian Standard Time.
Key Developments:
- Ceasefire Details: The agreement was made directly between India and Pakistan, with India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stating that the understanding was reached between the two countries’ DGMOs.
- US Involvement: US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire, thanking the US for its mediation efforts. However, India downplayed US involvement, saying the agreement was worked out directly between the two countries.
- Accusations of Violations: Just hours after the ceasefire agreement, both sides accused each other of violating the truce. India claimed Pakistan was responsible for the violations, while Pakistan’s foreign ministry asked its troops to exercise restraint.
- Diplomatic Efforts: The US, China, and Saudi Arabia played a role in brokering the ceasefire. China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed support for a ceasefire, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance spoke to political and military leadership in both countries.
- Aftermath: The truce has brought relief to both sides, but analysts say India’s resistance to international mediation and Pakistan’s dependence on foreign aid may impact the agreement’s longevity.