Trump Reaffirms Role in Pakistan-India Ceasefire, Claims Strong Leadership in Pakistan

Washington: US President Donald Trump has once again claimed his role in facilitating the ceasefire between Pakistan and India, stating that he helped avert a potential war between two nuclear-armed nations. Speaking to the media during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the White House, Trump proudly declared, “I’m very proud that I stopped a war between two nuclear powers. I told both countries that if you fire any shots, trade will be stopped.”
He also emphasized the “very strong leadership in Pakistan,” indicating his confidence in the country’s government. Trump has repeatedly made this assertion, stating that he played a crucial role in the ceasefire between the two neighboring countries.
However, India’s government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently denied Trump’s involvement, with the Indian opposition party Congress often using the claim to criticize the Modi administration. Last month, Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri told a parliamentary committee, “The ceasefire was completely bilateral, with no role played by Trump.” He added that Trump did not seek permission to intervene but instead took matters into his own hands.
It is worth noting that on May 10, Trump had announced on his social media platform, “Truth Social,” that Pakistan and India had agreed to a ceasefire.
India’s continuous rejection of Trump’s claims contrasts with his repeated insistence on his mediation role in the peace process.