On May 11, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump announced his commitment to work with both India and Pakistan toward a resolution of the long-standing Kashmir dispute. This statement came shortly after the U.S. played a pivotal role in brokering a fragile ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed neighbors, following a period of intense cross-border violence that resulted in significant casualties and displacement.
In a message posted on his Truth Social platform, President Trump stated, “I will work with you, both to see if, after a ‘thousand years,’ a solution can be arrived at concerning Kashmir” . He also pledged to “increase trade, substantially, with both of these great nations,” signaling a dual approach of diplomatic engagement and economic incentives to foster stability in the region .
The ceasefire, facilitated by U.S. diplomatic efforts involving Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance, was established after a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir escalated into missile and drone strikes across the contested border . Despite the agreement, both India and Pakistan have accused each other of violating the truce shortly after its implementation, raising concerns about the durability of the peace efforts .
While Pakistan has welcomed President Trump’s offer to mediate and enhance trade relations, India’s response has been more reserved, emphasizing bilateral engagement over third-party intervention. The situation remains tense, with both nations maintaining heightened military readiness along the Line of Control.
President Trump’s initiative marks a significant development in U.S. involvement in South Asian geopolitics, aiming to leverage diplomatic and economic tools to address one of the world’s most enduring and volatile conflicts.