- US President Donald Trump claims that India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after talks mediated by the US
- The Directors General of Military Operations will talk again on May 12, says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri
- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar confirms ceasefire
- Pakistan Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar endorses Trump’s claim
NE NEWS SERVICE
NEW DELHI, MAY 10
India and Pakistan have agreed stop all firings and military action on land, air and sea with effect from 5 pm on Saturday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has announced.
The truce, reportedly brokered by the United States, came after the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) of both countries talked this afternoon. The next phase of talks will be held on May 12 at noon.
US President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed that India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after talks mediated by the US.
Misry said Pakistan’s Directors General of Military Operations (DGMO) called Indian DGMO at 3.35 pm this afternoon. “It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land and in the air and sea with effect from 1700 hours Indian Standard Time. Instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding.
Confirming the same, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar took to social media and posted on his official X account stating, “India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action.”
India and Pakistan have today worked out an understanding on stoppage of firing and military action.
India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 10, 2025
He reaffirmed India’s firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism, asserting that India will continue to do so.
This agreement comes in the wake of the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, where 26 tourists were killed in an attack orchestrated by Pakistan-based terror groups, triggered nationwide outrage.
The Indian government’s announcements came shortly after US President Donald Trump claimed on social media that both New Delhi and Islamabad had agreed to “immediate ceasefire” following talks mediated by the United States.
“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!,” Trump tweeted.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has also tweeted: “Over the past 48 hours, JD Vance and I have engaged with senior Indian and Pakistani officials, including Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shebaz Sharif, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir, and National Security Advisers Ajit Doval and Asim Malik”.
Pakistan Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also endorsed Trump’s claim, “Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
In response, India launched Operation Sindoor, a military offensive targeting terror launchpads and infrastructure across the Line of Control. The operation, which reportedly caused significant damage to militant camps, was widely viewed as a strong message against cross-border terrorism.
