Trump Claims Credit for Preventing India-Pakistan War
US President Donald Trump has invoked Operation Sindoor, a military confrontation between India and Pakistan, at a campaign rally in Florida, claiming his threat of imposing 250% tariffs on the two nations helped prevent further escalation.
Speaking ahead of the US midterm elections, Trump stated that his threat of tariffs had a significant impact in stopping the conflict, which he claimed saw 11 planes shot down. However, India has consistently rejected claims that Trump played a role in brokering the ceasefire, stating that the understanding was reached directly between India and Pakistan.
Trump expressed disappointment at not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts, suggesting that his work in preventing conflicts is an honor that has not been recognized. His comments highlight his continued use of trade threats as a tool of diplomatic pressure, a tactic he has employed in various international disputes.
The Indian government has maintained its position that the military pause was agreed upon directly between New Delhi and Islamabad, and Trump's latest comments do not change this account.
