India, Pakistan agree to immediate ceasefire following US-mediated talks

India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire following a long night of talks, US President Donald Trump announced on May 10. 

“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!” the US president said on Truth Social, Caliber.Az reports. 

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed Trump’s announcement on X, reiterating Pakistan's approach to peace and security in the region.

"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!" the post reads. 

Shortly after, India’s foreign ministry responded, confirming that the ceasefire began at 5:00 PM local time in India (15:30 GMT +4).

"India has consistently maintained a firm and uncompromising stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will continue to do so," Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar shared on X.

Moreover, Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations had made a call earlier in the day, during which both sides agreed to halt all firing. The Indian foreign ministry also confirmed that further talks between the two countries are scheduled for May 12.

In addition, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that over the past 48 hours, he had engaged with senior Indian and Pakistani officials, including Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Shehbaz Sharif, along with Vice President JD Vance. 

"I am pleased to announce the governments of India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to start talks on a broad set of issues at a neutral site. We commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif on their wisdom, prudence, and statesmanship in choosing the path of peace," the US official wrote on X. 

Earlier this week, Trump had expressed his concern over the rising tensions, calling it a "shame" and urging for an end to the conflict, while Vice President Vance stated that a war between India and Pakistan would be "none of our business."

By Sabina Mammadli