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Trump claims credit as India and Pakistan agree to ceasefire

An Indian paramilitary soldier stands guard on the banks of Dal Lake (AP Photo/Mukhtar Khan)
An Indian paramilitary soldier stands guard on the banks of Dal Lake (AP Photo/Mukhtar Khan) (AP)
  • India and Pakistan engaged in an exchange of missile strikes on air bases and military targets, marking a significant escalation in their conflict.
  • The strikes followed heightened tensions and India's airstrikes on alleged terrorist infrastructure within Pakistan.
  • A ceasefire was subsequently announced, with US President Donald Trump claiming Credit for mediating the agreement. Both Indian and Pakistani officials confirmed the ceasefire.
  • The conflict began after a terrorist attack in Kashmir, which India blamed on Pakistan. Pakistan denied the accusations and called for an independent inquiry.
  • The international community expressed concern and urged both nuclear-armed nations to exercise restraint and de-escalate the situation.
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