Trump Claims Again He Helped Halt India-Pakistan Conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump recently said that his statements were “very effective” in stopping escalation between India and Pakistan, suggesting that his use of trade and tariff pressure played a role. He referred to reports of “seven planes shot down,” though such claims have not been independently verified.
Trump’s Assertion
Trump maintained that both nations were on the brink of a major clash when he intervened. He did not provide details of the exact communication but insisted that his intervention led to a suspension of hostilities, saying simply: “They stopped.”
India’s Response
The Indian government has strongly denied any third-party involvement in the ceasefire. Officials clarified that India did not act under U.S. trade pressure, and decisions were made solely based on its own military and diplomatic strategy.
Background of the Clash
The tensions followed the May 2025 Operation Sindoor, when India struck inside Pakistan after a terror attack in Pahalgam killed 26 civilians. The confrontation lasted four days before ending in a ceasefire on May 10. The truce was facilitated through direct communication between military commanders and discussions with foreign envoys.
Disputed Narrative
While Trump claims credit for halting the conflict, New Delhi maintains that the ceasefire was purely a result of bilateral military and diplomatic channels. The contrasting narratives underline the sensitivity of foreign claims about India’s security decisions.
