Global Support for India-Pakistan Ceasefire After US-Brokered Deal, 50 Killed in Recent Clashes
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Saudi Arabia, along with several other nations including China, the United Arab Emirates, and Iran, have welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and India, facilitated by US support. The agreement follows a week of military escalation between the two countries, which had raised concerns of a potential full-blown war.
The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also expressed his support for the ceasefire, describing it as a positive step toward ending hostilities and easing tensions. He hopes the agreement will contribute to lasting peace and stability in the region. Defense Minister Khawaja Asif of Pakistan noted it was premature to speculate if the ceasefire would lead to real peace, as fresh violence was reported on both sides of the Line of Control.
Türkiye has similarly welcomed the ceasefire, urging both countries to use this opportunity to establish direct and healthy dialogue. The Turkish Foreign Ministry emphasized the need for dialogue mechanisms to prevent similar escalations in the future, including in the area of counter-terrorism. Pakistani Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry warned of a harsh response if India defied the ceasefire agreement, while Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that the armed forces had been instructed to deal strongly with any violations. Pakistani information minister Attaullah Tarar denied Indian claims of ceasefire violations.
The ceasefire was announced to take effect at 5 p.m. Indian time, with the military operations' chiefs of both countries scheduled to speak again on May 12. The recent escalation, which resulted in at least 50 deaths, was triggered by an attack on April 22 that killed 26 people. US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire, which was later confirmed by Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei commended the ceasefire as a responsible and prudent move, expressing hope for a swift return to normalcy between the two nations. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi reiterated Tehran's willingness to facilitate dialogue between India and Pakistan.
Saudi Arabia, China, UAE, and several other countries welcome ceasefire understanding between Pakistan and India, following a week of military escalation. https://t.co/VnOPEIY40T
