Sources: 
US President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim of playing a pivotal role in easing tensions between
India and
Pakistan through trade talks. However, Indian External Affairs Minister
S. Jaishankar clarified that the cessation of hostilities was achieved through direct communication between the two nations.
On May 10, the Pakistani army signaled its readiness to stop firing, leading to a response from India. Jaishankar stated,
"So, on the 10th of May, it was the Pakistani army which sent a message that they were ready to stop firing, and we responded accordingly." He emphasized that while various countries, including the US, reached out during the crisis, the resolution was fundamentally bilateral.
The tensions escalated prior to this communication, with Jaishankar noting that the Indian government had a clear stance on responding to attacks. He remarked,
"Our government has been very clear. Okay, I accept that may not be the policy of the earlier government. But, our government is very clear, if there is such an attack, there will be response." The exchange of fire between the two nations had been ongoing for several days before the breakthrough on May 10.
Despite Trump's assertions, the Indian government maintains that the resolution of tensions was a result of direct dialogue rather than external intervention, underscoring the complexities of diplomatic relations in the region.
Sources: US President Donald Trump claims he facilitated a reduction in tensions between India and Pakistan through trade discussions, despite Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasizing that the cessation of hostilities was a result of direct communication between the two nations, not external influence.
