Trump doubles down on claims of US role in India-Pakistan ceasefire

US President Donald Trump has reiterated his claims regarding the United States' crucial role in brokering peace between India and Pakistan, stating that he urged both sides to "not trade nuclear missiles, but trade the things that you make so beautifully."

Trump’s Foreign Policy Address in Riyadh

President Trump is currently in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the first leg of a three-stop tour of West Asia. This marks his first major foreign policy visit abroad after returning to the White House for a non-consecutive second term.

India Pakistan Ceasefire Deal Claims

During his address, Trump reiterated claims regarding his administration’s efforts, saying, "Just days ago, my administration successfully brokered a historic ceasefire to stop the escalating violence between India and Pakistan, and I used trade to a large extent to do it." He made these remarks in a significant foreign policy speech, with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman in the audience.

Trump went on to talk about the leadership of both nations, saying, "They both have very powerful leaders, very strong leaders, good leaders, smart leaders. And it all stopped."

Marco Rubio’s Role

The president US President also singled out Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his role in the peace efforts, adding, "Millions of people could have died from that conflict, which started small but was getting bigger and bigger by the day."

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Trump’s Commitment to Global Diplomacy

Trump reiterated his claims on the India-Pakistan ceasefire as a testament to his role as a peacemaker, emphasizing his commitment to resolving global conflicts through diplomacy.