President Trump pledges to resolve the Kashmir dispute and boost trade with India and Pakistan following a fragile ceasefire agreement.Reuters+4The Guardian+4Fox News+4
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In a significant development, President Donald Trump has pledged to mediate the long-standing Kashmir dispute between India and Pakistan. This announcement comes on the heels of a fragile ceasefire agreement between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.YouTube+1Wikipedia+1Reuters+3The Independent+3The Guardian+3
The ceasefire, brokered with U.S. involvement, aimed to halt escalating tensions following a deadly attack in Kashmir that claimed 26 lives. Despite the agreement, both nations reported violations shortly after its implementation, with accusations of cross-border shelling and drone incursions.Business Insider
President Trump, taking to his social media platform, stated, “I will work with you both to see if, after a ‘thousand years,’ a solution can be arrived at concerning Kashmir.” He also emphasized plans to “increase trade, substantially, with both of these great Nations.”Pakistan Today+2Reuters+2Fox News+2The Guardian+2Fox News+2The Independent+2
Pakistan welcomed Trump’s commitment, expressing hope for a peaceful resolution. India, while acknowledging the ceasefire, has remained cautious about external mediation, emphasizing bilateral discussions.AP News
The international community has lauded the ceasefire as a positive step, urging both countries to engage in sustained dialogue. However, the situation remains tense, with both sides maintaining high alert along the Line of Control.AP NewsWikipedia
For more on the historical context of the Kashmir dispute, visit our Kashmir Conflict Overview.
