India Pakistan ceasefire continues to make headlines as India strongly denies any US involvement in recent peace efforts. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri made this clear in a closed-door meeting with the parliamentary standing committee on external affairs. According to Misri, the agreement was purely the result of bilateral talks, initiated by Pakistan, and involved no third-party mediation.

India Pakistan ceasefire explained by officials

Misri stated that on May 10, Pakistan initiated contact for the India Pakistan ceasefire via Director General Military Operations (DGMO) communication channels. Initially, Indian DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai was unavailable. However, he later joined two rounds of dialogue with Pakistani DGMO Maj Gen Kashif Abdullah. These efforts led directly to the truce, as reported by Hindustan Times.

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The Foreign Secretary firmly dismissed US President Donald Trump’s past assertions about facilitating the agreement. Misri said Trump only posted comments on social media and used unofficial language. Later, Trump softened his stance from “mediation” to merely offering “help.”

Ceasefire followed deadly tensions

The truce followed a brutal attack in Pahalgam, Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), on April 22. The attack killed 26 civilians. India blamed Pakistan-based elements but did not present evidence. Islamabad rejected the allegations.

In response, India took strong retaliatory actions. It suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, cancelled Pakistani visas, and shut down the Wagah border. Pakistan viewed these steps as hostile and provocative. Between May 6 and 7, Pakistan launched Operation Bunyanum Marsoos. Reports suggest it downed six Indian jets and neutralized several Israeli-origin Harop drones.

Despite the tension, reports indicate that US officials engaged in quiet diplomacy. Secretary Rubio and Vice President JD Vance reportedly held private discussions with high-ranking officials from both India and Pakistan. Meetings involved Prime Ministers Shehbaz Sharif and Narendra Modi, alongside intelligence and defense leaders.

Still, both countries report different versions of the truce process. India maintains that the US had no hand in the talks. Pakistan, meanwhile, openly praised American efforts. Ceasefire violations have since been reported from both sides of the Line of Control (LoC).

This disagreement over who contributed to the ceasefire shows the ongoing mistrust between the two neighbors. While peace was achieved, differing statements create confusion. India wants full control over regional matters and prefers bilateral paths. Pakistan, however, welcomes global support. Clear communication and mutual respect will be crucial to maintaining lasting peace in the region.

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