Pakistan Welcomes Trump’s Offer to Mediate on Kashmir, Reaffirms Commitment to Peace

Pakistan on Sunday expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump’s involvement in the recent ceasefire understanding with India, saying it welcomed his offer to mediate the Kashmir dispute — a sensitive and long-standing issue between the two neighbours.

In a statement issued by its foreign ministry, Pakistan credited the United States, among other “friendly states,” for playing a constructive role in backing the latest ceasefire agreement that followed heightened tensions after Operation Sindoor. The ministry described the ceasefire as a step towards easing hostilities and bringing greater stability to the region.

“We acknowledge with appreciation the constructive role played by the United States… a step towards de-escalation and regional stability,” the statement read, adding that Pakistan was grateful for President Trump’s “willingness to support efforts” aimed at resolving the Kashmir issue.

The statement further underlined Pakistan’s long-held position on Kashmir — that any resolution must be in line with UN Security Council resolutions and should ensure the Kashmiri people’s right to self-determination. It called the issue a serious one, with broad implications for peace and security not just in South Asia but globally.

Islamabad also said it remained committed to promoting peace and prosperity in the region and looked forward to expanding its partnership with Washington, especially in trade, investment, and economic cooperation.

India Pushes Back, Says Ceasefire Was a Bilateral Move

India, however, took a different view. Responding to Trump’s claims that the U.S. had helped broker the ceasefire, New Delhi firmly denied any third-party involvement.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said the ceasefire agreement had come about after Pakistan’s military reached out directly to the Indian side. According to Misri, the Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) of the Pakistan Army contacted his Indian counterpart to request the ceasefire — highlighting that it was a decision taken solely between the two countries.

As for the Kashmir issue, India reiterated its consistent position: it considers the matter to be bilateral and not open to outside mediation. That stance is backed by the 1972 Simla Agreement, signed after the 1971 war, which explicitly rules out third-party involvement in disputes between the two nations.