US President Donald Trump announced that India and Pakistan had reached an agreement on a "complete and immediate" ceasefire, but the truce was broken after a few hours. Both sides accuse each other of the attacks
The President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, announced on his Truth Social platform that India and Pakistan have reached an agreement on a "complete and immediate" ceasefire. However, several hours later, more explosions rang out in the cities of Srinagar and Jammu in Kashmir, Reuters reported.
Shelling and firing were also reported in at least five places along the Line of Control - the border between the Indian and Pakistani parts of Kashmir.
An Indian government source told AFP that Pakistan had violated the ceasefire. On the other hand, a senior security source from Pakistan claims that it was India that first violated the agreement.
Pakistan's foreign ministry said in the early hours of Sunday (May 11th) that it "remains committed to consistent implementation" of the ceasefire reached with India.
Accusing India of violating the agreement, the ministry added that its forces were "acting responsibly and with restraint".
"We believe that all problems in the implementation of the ceasefire must be resolved through communication at the appropriate level. The forces on the ground must also show restraint," the statement continued.
Photo: AP Photo/Mukhtar KhanRed missiles in the sky over the Indian part of Kashmir
The "bittersweet" news about the armistice
In Uri, a town near the Indian-administered border, one of the hardest hit in the escalating conflict, Tanveer Chalko, 30, described the scene of celebration:
"When the news of the truce arrived, the displaced families in the camps started dancing for joy. This is a big step towards peace and the well-being of the people. As a resident of the border area, it is difficult for me to describe what this announcement means for us. Everyone is now preparing to return home," Chalko said, according to "The Guardian".
However, Lal Din, 55, a resident of Poonch, an Indian-administered border town where many have been killed and wounded in clashes this week, said the news of the ceasefire was "bittersweet". His home was destroyed in shelling, and two relatives were killed.
"We have seen this before - a temporary truce under the auspices of the great powers. Until India and Pakistan seriously resolve their disputes, we will have to prepare for even bigger conflicts," he said.
However, the gathered citizens celebrating in the streets were soon forced to retreat to their homes when new explosions rang out in parts of Indian Kashmir on Saturday evening.
Photo: AP Photo/Pervez MasihCelebrations in Pakistan over the declaration of a ceasefire
Trump: Deal reached
"After a long night of negotiations mediated by the United States of America, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire. Congratulations to both countries for using common sense and great intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" Trump wrote before announcing the ceasefire.
- Donald J. Trump (@ realDonaldTrump) May 10, 2025
Pakistan's foreign minister, Ishaq Dar, confirmed that an agreement had been reached on an immediate ceasefire.
"Pakistan and India have agreed on a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always sought peace and security in the region, without compromising its sovereignty and territorial integrity!" Dar wrote.
Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!
Pakistan carried out attacks on India on Saturday after it New Delhi fired missiles at Pakistani air bases.
The explosions were heard in the city of Srinagar, in the Indian part of Kashmir, a disputed area between the two countries.
The Indian military said Pakistan had carried out drone attacks on several points along its western border.
At the same time, two explosions resounded in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, where the headquarters of the General Staff and intelligence services are located, writes AFP.
G7 member countries called for "de-escalation", and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke on Saturday with Indian officials and Pakistan's army chief Asim Muniri.
Rubio urged both sides to find ways to de-escalate and offered American help in starting constructive talks to avoid future conflicts.
China has also appealed to India and Pakistan, two neighboring nuclear powers, to avoid escalation.
What do India and Pakistan say?
India and Pakistan have said they will not escalate clashes if the other side does the same, after both countries exchanged missile strikes across the border.
This represents the most serious deterioration of relations in the conflict that broke out after Kashmir massacre last month, for which India accuses Pakistan.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Saturday that his country would consider de-escalation if India halted further attacks.
However, Dar warned that, in case of new attacks from India, "our response will follow", according to AP.
Dar told Pakistani television "Geo News" that he also conveyed this message to US Secretary of State Mark Rubio, who contacted him after talks with New Delhi.
"We responded because our patience was exhausted. If they stop here, we will also consider stopping," he said.
Indian Lt. Col. Vyomika Singh told a news conference in New Delhi that her country was committed to "non-escalation, provided the Pakistani side retaliates in kind."
However, she added, Pakistani ground forces were seen moving towards the front lines, "indicating offensive intentions and the possibility of further escalation."
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