“Pakistan has always worked for regional peace without compromising its sovereignty,” says DPM Ishaq Dar
Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar addresses the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on February 18, 2025. — APP
After days of expanded anxiety, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar showed on Saturday night that Pakistan and India have formally agreed to a ceasefire. Speaking to Geo News, moments after US President Donald Trump introduced a US-backed ceasefire, Dar stated that both factions have agreed to halt hostilities starting 4:30 pm these days.
Dar, a pro-politician, stated Pakistan had constantly been open to a ceasefire but made it clear that any future aggression by India might be met with a corporate reaction.
He extended gratitude to all countries that played a role in brokering the ceasefire, mainly acknowledging efforts with the aid of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Dar delivered that diplomatic efforts had been ongoing at some stage in the day, which ultimately brought about the settlement nowadays morning. “Pakistan has constantly worked for regional peace without compromising its sovereignty,” he remarked.
The ceasefire was additionally shown via Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Indian media stated. He stated that all navy moves might be suspended and that the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from each aspect would maintain talks on May 12.