Overview
- Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Oct. 12, President Donald Trump said the Gaza truce counts as his eighth resolved conflict.
- Trump reiterated that he threatened 100–200% tariffs to halt fighting between India and Pakistan, claiming the dispute was settled within a day.
- New Delhi has repeatedly rejected any U.S. role, saying the May 10 ceasefire followed DGMO-to-DGMO discussions after India's May 7 Operation Sindoor.
- The Ministry of External Affairs has said trade or tariff issues with Washington did not influence India's military or diplomatic decisions.
- Trump traveled to the Middle East to mark the Gaza ceasefire and is set to co‑chair a peace summit with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi.