Trump – President Repeats Claim of Preventing India-Pakistan Conflict
Trump – US President Donald Trump on Thursday restated his long-standing claim that his administration played a decisive role in preventing a war between India and Pakistan last year, a position that New Delhi has consistently and firmly rejected. The assertion was made during Trump’s address at the National Prayer Breakfast, where he highlighted what he described as major diplomatic achievements during his presidency.
Remarks at National Prayer Breakfast
While speaking to the audience, Trump said his leadership had helped end or de-escalate several major international conflicts within a single year. Among the examples he cited were tensions between Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and India and Pakistan. He framed these developments as part of what he called a broader effort by his administration to prevent large-scale wars and promote stability.
Trump did not provide new details to support his claim regarding South Asia, but his remarks echoed statements he has made repeatedly since leaving office. The reference to India and Pakistan stood out due to the sensitivity of relations between the two nuclear-armed neighbors and the long-standing disputes that shape their interactions.
Social Media Post Reignites Debate
Later in the day, Trump reinforced his comments through a post on his social media platform, Truth Social. In the message, he praised the strength of the US military and credited his first term with rebuilding and modernizing American defense capabilities, including nuclear forces. He also highlighted the creation of the Space Force and ongoing military expansion efforts.
In the same post, Trump again claimed that he had stopped nuclear conflicts from erupting in several parts of the world, listing India and Pakistan alongside Iran and Israel, and Russia and Ukraine. These statements quickly drew attention, as they repeated claims that have been challenged by other governments involved.
A Frequently Repeated Assertion
According to public records of his speeches and online posts, Trump has made similar claims more than 90 times. The narrative dates back to May 10 last year, when he announced that India and Pakistan had reached a “full and immediate” ceasefire after what he described as overnight talks facilitated by Washington.
At the time, the announcement generated widespread coverage and speculation about the role of the United States in easing tensions in the region. However, the reaction from New Delhi was swift and unambiguous.
India’s Firm Rejection of Mediation Claims
India has consistently denied any involvement of third-party mediation in its dealings with Pakistan. The Indian government has maintained that all issues related to Pakistan are addressed strictly through bilateral channels, a policy that has been reiterated across multiple administrations.
Officials in New Delhi have also emphasized that the ceasefire understanding along the Line of Control was achieved through direct communication between the two sides. According to India, the agreement reflected mutual decisions taken without the participation or facilitation of any external power.
Pakistan’s Position and Regional Context
Pakistan, in contrast, has previously expressed openness to international engagement in South Asia, including involvement by the United States. While Islamabad has welcomed diplomatic attention to the region, it has not released specific information that directly supports Trump’s claims of US-mediated talks leading to a ceasefire.
The differing responses from India and Pakistan underline the complexity of regional diplomacy and the sensitivity surrounding claims of external intervention. As Trump continues to repeat his assertions, the gap between his account and India’s official position remains unchanged.