India and Pakistan agreed on Saturday to carry out a full and immediate ceasefire after weeks of clashes and drone strikes, according to the Independent.
The ceasefire comes after the U.S.-led talks to put an end to the most serious military escalation in decades between both countries.
The clashes were basically due to an attack on some tourists in the Indian-controlled section of the disputed region of Kashmir.
As a result, India accused Pakistan of attacking tourists. However, Pakistan denied this accusation.
On Saturday, May 10, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on social media that India and Pakistan had agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire.
“Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence.”
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar noted that both Saudi Arabia and Turkey played an undeniable role in facilitating the deal.
“It was agreed between them that both sides would stop all firing and military action on land, and in the air and sea. Instructions have been given on both sides to give effect to this understanding,” Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said.
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