Sun May 11 01:55:04 UTC 2025: **India and Pakistan Agree to Ceasefire After Three Days of Hostilities**

**SRINAGAR, INDIA (May 10, 2025)** – Following three days of intense military exchanges, India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on Saturday. While the agreement was reached bilaterally, U.S. President [Name of President] also confirmed the ceasefire via social media, suggesting possible mediation efforts. The announcement, confirmed by India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of both countries, signals an end to the military action and firing.

However, the fragile peace was immediately tested. Shortly after the ceasefire announcement, the Border Security Force (BSF) reported heavy cross-border firing from Pakistan along the Jammu border lasting until 7:30 p.m. A commensurate response was given by Indian forces. The BSF has since fortified its presence along the western border amid reports of Pakistani troop movements, and the Indian Army remains on high alert.

Indian officials emphasized that the ceasefire agreement does not affect the punitive measures already taken against Pakistan in response to the deadly April 22nd terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Commodore Raghu R. Nair stated that any future escalation from Pakistan will meet with a decisive response. While the ceasefire is welcomed, the continued cross-border firing raises concerns about its long-term viability and the need for sustained political dialogue to address underlying tensions.

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