Trump Claims Credit for India-Pakistan Ceasefire Amidst Doubts
Former US President Donald Trump has once again asserted his role in halting the recent conflict between India and Pakistan. Speaking publicly, Trump expressed frustration that his efforts to stop the war would not earn him a Nobel Peace Prize, despite his claims of brokering peace.
Trump’s Bold Statements on Global Peace Efforts
On his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump stated, "I won't get a Nobel Prize for stopping the war between India and Pakistan... or the wars in Serbia and Kosovo, Egypt and Ethiopia... or the Abraham Accords in the Middle East." He went on to add that, regardless of outcomes involving Russia/Ukraine or Israel/Iran, winning a Nobel Peace Prize was unlikely, but emphasized that "the people know" the truth of his contributions.
In the same vein, Trump highlighted his involvement in peace negotiations in Africa between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, describing it as "a great day for Africa and quite frankly, a great day for the world." Despite this, he reiterated that he expected no Nobel accolade for these efforts.
India Denies US Mediation in India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Contrary to Trump's self-portrayal as mediator, Indian officials have consistently denied any third-party involvement, including the United States, in defusing the tensions with Pakistan following the April terror attack in Pahalgam that sparked Operation Sindoor. Both New Delhi and Islamabad reached a ceasefire agreement on May 10 after intense cross-border exchanges, but India maintains this was the result of direct communication between military officials.
- The Pakistani Director General of Military Operations initiated talks with his Indian counterpart on May 10, leading to the ceasefire.
- India struck key Pakistani airbases, including Nur Khan, in Operation Sindoor prior to the ceasefire.
- The truce ended four days of drone and missile strikes across the border.
Modi’s Conversation With Trump Clarifies No US Mediation
During a 35-minute phone call between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump, conducted recently, Modi emphasized that discussions did not include trade deals or US mediation efforts related to the conflict. This calls into question Trump's assertions of playing a direct peacekeeping role.
Trump’s Continued Claims and Criticism of Media Coverage
Despite the Indian government’s stance, Trump has maintained that he successfully prevented war between two nuclear-armed nations. He credited both leaders and military figures on each side for the ceasefire but insisted that his intervention was crucial. He expressed disappointment over the lack of media recognition, saying "I don’t think I had one story written about it... but that’s okay. The people know."
Pakistan Proposes Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
In response to Trump's claims and his meeting with Pakistani Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir, the Pakistan government has reportedly moved to formally recommend Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. The nomination cites his "decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership during the recent India-Pakistan crisis."
The Nobel Committee traditionally awards the prize to individuals who have contributed significantly to arms control, peace negotiations, democracy, human rights, or fostering global peace and cooperation.
Summary: Donald Trump has reiterated his claim of stopping the recent India-Pakistan conflict and expressed disappointment over not being considered for a Nobel Peace Prize. While India denies any US mediation, Pakistan has moved to recommend Trump for the honour, underscoring the complex diplomatic narratives surrounding the ceasefire.
