Global Leaders Call for Calm After Kashmir Incident
Following a violent incident in Indian-controlled Kashmir, international calls for restraint have been issued to the nuclear-capable nations involved.
India and Pakistan have both pointed fingers at each other for breaching a recently declared cease-fire. This announcement had come on Saturday, with the involvement of both nations’ officials and U.S. President Donald Trump, amid rising global concerns about potential reciprocal attacks after last month’s violent episode in Pahalgam, located in Indian-occupied Kashmir.
According to a report by Reuters, citing local authorities, residents, and eyewitnesses, explosions were heard shortly after the announcement in major cities across Indian Kashmir, an area already tense from four days of conflict. “Loud explosions were noted in Srinagar and Jammu, with sightings of projectiles and flashes in Jammu’s night sky, mirroring the previous night’s disturbances,” the report stated.
Drop Site News reported that Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri accused Pakistan of “continuous breaches” of the ceasefire agreement.
On the other hand, Pakistan’s Information Minister, Ataullah Tarar, speaking to Geo News, insisted that Pakistan had not violated the ceasefire agreement. Following these claims, the Pakistani Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement affirming its dedication to the “faithful implementation” of the ceasefire, while accusing India of violations and emphasizing the need for restraint among troops.
Earlier that day, Misri verified the cease-fire agreement, stating, “It was agreed that both sides would cease all firing and military actions on land, in the air, and at sea.” While Indian officials have not openly recognized the United States’ role in brokering the deal, Pakistani leaders have done so. Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar “expressly acknowledged the involvement of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the negotiation process,” as reported by Geo News.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, expressed his gratitude on social media: “We thank President Trump for his leadership and proactive efforts towards peace in the region.” President Trump himself commented on the agreement on his Truth Social platform, stating, “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 CEASE-FIRE. Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
Since the attack on Hindu tourists in Kashmir, which resulted in 26 fatalities, global leaders including United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres have urged for diplomacy and moderation. Following the ceasefire announcement, Farhan Haq, deputy spokesperson for the U.N. chief, informed PTI that “we are monitoring but we welcome all efforts to de-escalate the conflict.”
Officials from both India and Pakistan confirmed to Reuters that the Indus Waters Treaty, a long-standing water-sharing agreement, was not included in the recent negotiations. India had withdrawn from the treaty following the April attacks in Kashmir.
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