Sun May 11 11:29:27 UTC 2025: **Trump Offers to Mediate Kashmir Dispute After US-Brokered Ceasefire**
ISLAMABAD/NEW DELHI – Following a US-brokered ceasefire between India and Pakistan, former US President Donald Trump has offered to mediate the long-standing Kashmir dispute. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump stated his intention to work with both nations to find a solution to the issue, inaccurately claiming the conflict has lasted “a thousand years.” The conflict, stemming from the 1947 partition of British India, has seen three wars between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
While Pakistan welcomed Trump’s offer, expressing its appreciation for his willingness to resolve the issue in accordance with UN Security Council resolutions, India has yet to officially respond. Unnamed Indian government sources cited in the media suggest no decision has been made regarding engagement beyond the recently established ceasefire. The ceasefire itself, initially announced by Trump, followed intense fighting triggered by an attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 civilians. Both countries have accused each other of supporting terrorism.
The ceasefire agreement also includes plans for broader talks at a neutral location, according to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. However, India’s long-standing refusal to accept international mediation on Kashmir poses a significant hurdle. Experts, such as Mohmad Waseem Malla of the International Centre for Peace Studies in New Delhi, highlight that any suggestion of third-party involvement is sensitive for India, particularly under the current government. While Trump also mentioned plans to boost trade with both nations, the political climate in India makes engagement uncertain. Outstanding issues, including water resource distribution and the status of the Indus Waters Treaty, further complicate the situation. The recent escalation involved the expulsion of diplomats and the closure of border crossings by both countries.
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