India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following several days of escalating cross-border military action. Despite U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that American mediation played a role, Indian officials clarified that the agreement was reached directly between the two nations.

“The stoppage of firing and military action was worked out directly between India and Pakistan,” an Indian official stated. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar echoed this on X, confirming that both sides had agreed to halt military operations.

President Trump had earlier announced that the ceasefire was a result of U.S. efforts, following four days of strikes on military targets by both countries. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also confirmed the ceasefire “with immediate effect,” reaffirming his country’s commitment to regional peace and security.

India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri stated that the ceasefire took effect at 5 p.m. local time (1130 a.m. GMT) on Saturday. Earlier that day, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from both countries held a phone conversation and agreed to end all firing. Another call between the two military leaders is scheduled for May 12.

The agreement comes amid heightened fears that the conflict could escalate further, especially after reports that Pakistan’s nuclear command authority might convene, claims that Pakistan’s defense minister later denied.

Tensions flared after India conducted airstrikes on what it described as “terrorist infrastructure” in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir, following the killing of 26 Hindu tourists in Indian Kashmir. Pakistan denied any involvement in the attack. In the days that followed, both sides exchanged heavy cross-border shelling and launched drones and missiles.

The fighting has resulted in 66 civilian deaths on both sides. Despite the violence, Saturday’s ceasefire announcement suggests a willingness by both nations to de-escalate and avoid further conflict.

India’s foreign ministry confirmed the ceasefire agreement and said communication between the two militaries would continue.