India, Pakistan agree to ceasefire, says Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri
The Hindu
India and Pakistan agree to ceasefire, mediated by the U.S., to stop all military action immediately.
India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Saturday (May 10, 2025), while addressing a press briefing on Operation Sindoor by the Ministry of External Affairs.
“The Director General of Military Operations of Pakistan called the DGMO of India at 1535 hours earlier this afternoon, it was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land, in the air and sea, with effect from 1700 hours IST today. Instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding. The DGMOs will talk again on the 12th of May, at 1200 hours,” Mr. Misri said.
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Pakistan’s deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also confirmed the ceasefire. “Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!,“ he said in a post on X.
Meanwhile, the U.S. administration rushed to claim their role in the ceasefire.
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“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!,” U.S. President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social.
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