US Role in India-Pakistan Ceasefire Disputed

After intense military clashes and a terror attack in Pahalgam, India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire, with US President Donald Trump and his administration claiming a key role in brokering the truce. While Pakistan welcomed the US offer to mediate on the Kashmir dispute, India firmly rejected any third-party involvement, limiting talks to military channels and insisting that Kashmir discussions only pertain to territories under Pakistani occupation. Indian officials highlighted Operation Sindoor as a measured response to terrorism, emphasizing a tough stance against cross-border attacks. The ceasefire was welcomed by civil society groups in both countries, who called for sustained dialogue and lasting peace. International observers and Pakistan praised the US diplomatic effort, but Indian sources expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of such mediation. Many commentators noted that despite Trump’s promises, no concrete steps have been taken towards resolving the Kashmir issue.