INTERNATIONAL: Trump Concedes No Role in India-Pakistan Truce
Reversal on Ceasefire Claims
U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly acknowledged that he played no role in brokering the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, retracting earlier assertions. This statement follows clarifications from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who emphasized the absence of U.S. mediation.
Diplomatic Context
Trump’s remarks were made during a media appearance in the Oval Office, following a dinner with Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir. He praised the leaders of both nations for averting a potential nuclear conflict through their own negotiations.
Modi’s Firm Stance
Prime Minister Modi had previously informed Trump via a phone call that the ceasefire was achieved through direct military talks between India and Pakistan, without external involvement. Modi underscored India’s policy of rejecting third-party interference in its bilateral affairs.
Trump’s Initial Response
Despite Modi’s clarification, Trump initially reiterated his claim of facilitating the truce, expressing admiration for both nations’ leaders. However, within 24 hours, he aligned his narrative with Modi’s account, marking a significant shift.