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India and Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire Following Intense Escalation

A US-mediated truce halts military actions after days of strikes, though post-agreement incidents raise concerns about the ceasefire's stability.

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Pakistan's Foreign Minister and Deputy PM Ishaq Dar
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Overview

  • The ceasefire, effective from 1700 IST on May 10, was agreed through a bilateral call between the Directors General of Military Operations of India and Pakistan, with US mediation playing a key role.
  • India launched precision strikes on eight Pakistani military sites earlier on May 10 in response to Pakistan's attacks on Indian military and civilian infrastructure.
  • Pakistan retaliated with missile and drone strikes, targeting Indian airbases and civilian areas, escalating hostilities before the ceasefire agreement.
  • Explosions in Srinagar and drone sightings in Gujarat after the ceasefire raise doubts about its durability, with both nations remaining on high alert.
  • Indian officials reaffirmed a firm stance against terrorism, warning that any future terror acts will be treated as acts of war and met with decisive action.