US President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that India and Pakistan had agreed to a “full and immediate ceasefire” following days of strikes and counter-strikes against each other’s military installations.
Here’s what global leaders have said about the latest development between the nuclear-armed neighbours:
US President Donald Trump:
“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 CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both countries on using common sense and great intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio:
“I am pleased to announce the Governments of India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to start talks on a broad set of issues at a neutral site. We commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif on their wisdom, prudence, and statesmanship in choosing the path of peace.”
Bangladesh Interim leader Muhammad Yunus:
“I most sincerely commend Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi of India and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan for agreeing to a ceasefire with immediate effect and to engage in talks. Bangladesh will continue to support our two neighbours to resolve differences through diplomacy.”
EU Foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas:
“The announced ceasefire between India and Pakistan is a vital step toward de-escalation. All efforts must be made to ensure it is respected. The EU remains committed to peace, stability, and counter-terrorism in the region.”
British Foreign Minister David Lammy:
“Today’s ceasefire between India and Pakistan is hugely welcome. I urge both parties to sustain this. De-escalation is in everybody’s interest.”
Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini:
“I am pleased to see that ceasefire has been agreed upon. I pray that both countries will work to resolve issues that date back to 1947 through dialogue and peaceful means.”
German Foreign Office:
Germany on Saturday welcomed as a first step the full and immediate ceasefire agreed to by India and Pakistan after days of deadly attacks.
“The ceasefire agreed between #India and #Pakistan is a first, important step out of the escalation spiral. Dialogue is key,” the German foreign office said in a post on the X social media.
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry:
Saudi Arabia welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Islamabad and New Delhi.
In a statement, the spokesperson of Riyadh’s Foreign Ministry expressed hope that it will restore security and peace in the region.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar received a telephone call from Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al Jubeir, who welcomed the ceasefire understanding between Pakistan and India.
PM Shehbaz Sharif:
Taking to his X handle, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Trump for his leadership and proactive role for peace in the region.
