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Ceasefire Holds After India-Pakistan Conflict Over Kashmir Escalates

The ceasefire follows four days of intense military exchanges, with both sides presenting conflicting claims on losses and China’s weapons playing a pivotal role.

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Overview

  • India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on May 10 after reciprocal airstrikes triggered by an April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people.
  • India presented remnants of Chinese-made PL-15 missiles used by Pakistan, marking the first confirmed combat use of this advanced weaponry.
  • Pakistan claims to have downed five Indian fighter jets, including Rafales, while India has denied the losses and emphasized its operational successes.
  • Chinese-built J-10C fighters and CM-400AKG hypersonic missiles reportedly played a significant role in Pakistan’s strikes, showcasing Beijing’s defense technology.
  • The ceasefire, brokered through military channels and claimed by President Trump as a U.S. diplomatic success, has been endorsed by the UN and remains intact as of May 14.