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In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, India and Pakistan have agreed to enforce an immediate and complete ceasefire across all fronts, halting ongoing cross-border firing and military operations. The decision comes amid escalating tensions and sustained hostilities, and was reportedly facilitated by high-level diplomatic intervention from the United States.
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According to official sources, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan held a critical telephonic conversation earlier today. During this exchange, both sides reached a consensus to stop all firing and military activities on land, sea, and air starting from 5:00 PM IST.
Orders have already been issued to ground forces on both sides to ensure full adherence to the ceasefire. This development is seen as a major step toward de-escalation after weeks of mounting conflict.
The DGMOs are scheduled to hold another round of talks on May 12 at 12:00 PM to assess compliance and discuss further strategic steps.
U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that the ceasefire agreement was reached under American mediation. Over the past 48 hours, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and senior officials engaged in direct communications with the prime ministers, foreign ministers, and military chiefs of both countries to defuse the situation.
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also verified that both nations have agreed to suspend all forms of military aggression, including artillery shelling and airstrikes.
The ceasefire announcement follows a sharp rise in hostilities, particularly after the April 22 Pulwama-style attack in Pahalgam, which triggered retaliatory Indian airstrikes under “Operation Sindoor.” These strikes reportedly targeted nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), further escalating cross-border tensions.
The recent cycle of attacks and counter-attacks has led to the displacement of thousands and significant civilian casualties, prompting urgent calls for restraint from the international community.
Both countries have expressed commitment to fully uphold the ceasefire and avoid any form of provocation or military engagement moving forward. Diplomatic channels remain open, with both sides signaling a willingness to discuss broader issues and pursue peaceful resolutions in the coming days.
India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, halting all forms of military engagement by land, sea, and air. The breakthrough was facilitated by U.S. mediation and marks a hopeful step toward stability following weeks of deadly confrontations. Further dialogue is expected to ensure continued peace and explore long-term solutions.
