Diplomatic Flurry Follows India-Pakistan Ceasefire; Future Terror Declared 'Act of War'
Following the ceasefire announcement, PM Modi chaired high-level meetings. US President Trump praised Indian and Pakistani leadership, offered mediation on Kashmir, and promised increased trade. Pakistan's PM Sharif advocated peaceful negotiations. India conveyed that future terror attacks would be treated as an 'act of war'. Army Chief Dwivedi authorized commanders to counter any ceasefire violations. J&K residents near the border were urged not to return home yet due to unexploded ordnance risks. The Pope welcomed the ceasefire.
Unpacked:
The conflict was triggered by a terrorist attack on April 22 in the Kashmir region, which India attributed to Pakistan. This led to Indian military action, including 'Operation Sindoor,' and heightened tensions until the recent ceasefire agreement.
The ceasefire was reached after hotline communications between the military leadership of both India and Pakistan, with significant facilitation by the United States and support from several other countries, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Qatar, the UK, UN, and China.
Residents near the border, especially in Jammu & Kashmir, have been advised not to return home immediately due to the risk of unexploded ordnance left behind from recent hostilities, posing serious safety concerns.
President Trump publicly announced and praised the ceasefire, with US officials facilitating communication and offering mediation. The US promised to enhance trade with both countries and was recognized by Pakistan as having played a pivotal role in brokering the truce.