Sun May 11 07:08:10 UTC 2025: ## India and Pakistan Agree to Cease Hostilities After Military Escalation
**New Delhi, May 11, 2025** – India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire following a recent military escalation, according to India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. The agreement, reached through communication between the two countries’ Directors General of Military Operations, halts all military actions on land, sea, and air, effective 5 PM IST. However, subsequent violations by Pakistan led to a strong response from the Indian armed forces.
The de-escalation follows a period of heightened tensions, sparked by events including the Pahalgam terror attack and what has been termed “Operation Sindoor 2025.” The situation prompted comparisons on social media to the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War, which led to the creation of Bangladesh under then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor cautioned against drawing parallels between the two situations. He emphasized the unique circumstances of the 1971 war, highlighting the moral imperative of liberating Bangladesh, a stark contrast to the current situation. Tharoor questioned whether prolonged conflict remains a top priority for India. Meanwhile, Congress leader Pawan Khera expressed sentiments of nostalgia for Indira Gandhi’s leadership on social media.
The current ceasefire represents a significant step towards de-escalation, though the situation remains tense given Pakistan’s violation of the agreement. The long-term implications of this military engagement and the future of India-Pakistan relations remain to be seen.
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