Trump Claims Credit for Averting Pakistan-India War, Warns of Nuclear Catastrophe

Washington:Former U.S. President **Donald Trump** has once again taken credit for **preventing a war between Pakistan and India**, asserting that American diplomatic efforts under his leadership stopped what could have escalated into a **nuclear conflict**.

Speaking at the **Oval Office**, Trump thanked the leaders of **Pakistan and India** for agreeing to a ceasefire and emphasized the gravity of the situation:

> **”We stopped Pakistan and India from going to war. The tensions between them could have led to nuclear devastation.”**

### Trade and Peace Cannot Coexist with Conflict:

Trump justified the urgency of intervention by highlighting global economic concerns:

> **”We can’t trade with people who are shooting at each other.”**

He further boasted about American military might:

> **”We can fight better than anyone. We have the biggest military in the world.”**

### Broader Foreign Policy Updates:

In the same address, Trump touched upon other pressing international issues:

* **Israel-Hamas Ceasefire:** He expressed hope for a peace deal “soon.”
* **Iran Nuclear Deal:** Trump suggested that the U.S. is “close” to a new agreement.
* **China-U.S. Trade Tensions:** He planned talks with President Xi on tariffs, expressing optimism that the trade dispute can be resolved.
* **Foreign Students in the U.S.:** Despite a legal standoff with Harvard University, Trump clarified:

> **”We are not expelling foreign students right now. I still want them to study here.”**

### Trump’s Previous Claims and Indian Rebuttal:

This is not the first time Trump has claimed credit for de-escalating Pakistan-India tensions. He previously remarked:

> **”I asked both countries, ‘What are you doing?’ The situation was escalating rapidly.”**

He praised both nations, calling Pakistanis **“great people”** and referring to Indian Prime Minister **Narendra Modi** as a **“friend.”**

However, **Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri** had earlier **denied any role by the U.S.** in brokering the ceasefire, contradicting Trump’s narrative.

Trump’s remarks reflect his consistent strategy of asserting diplomatic influence in global flashpoints, often stirring debate over the extent of America’s behind-the-scenes role.