Sat May 10 13:53:54 UTC 2025: ## India Announces Conditional Ceasefire with Pakistan, Maintaining Firm Stance Against Terrorism
**NEW DELHI** – India has announced a conditional ceasefire with Pakistan, sources confirm, emphasizing that the initiative originated from Islamabad and that India’s position on diplomatic measures, including the potential suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, remains unchanged. The ceasefire comes after India successfully repelled three major waves of missile and drone attacks launched by Pakistan, inflicting significant damage on Pakistani air defense systems, according to the Ministry of Defence.
In a press conference, the Ministry of Defence highlighted India’s decisive response to Pakistani aggression, asserting that any future escalation will be met with equally strong countermeasures. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reiterated India’s unwavering stance against terrorism, stating that this policy will not be compromised. While a ceasefire is in effect, sources underscored that it is conditional and contingent upon Pakistan’s adherence to peaceful conduct. India’s commitment to its diplomatic strategy against Pakistan remains firm.
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