Overview

• On Truth Social on August 3, President Trump claimed to have brokered a “full and immediate” ceasefire between India and Pakistan on May 10 and said he used trade threats to end five wars globally.
• In his post, Trump criticized radio host Charlamagne Tha God, asserting the host was unaware of his role in resolving international conflicts.
• Trump’s administration imposed a 25% tariff on all Indian imports and a 19% tariff on Pakistani goods beginning August 1, framing them as leverage tied to his peace claims.
• White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt argued at a briefing that Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for mediating conflicts ranging from South Asia to Africa and the Middle East.
• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar have denied any U.S. involvement in Operation Sindoor, stating the ceasefire resulted solely from direct military dialogue.