Islamabad: The United States has successfully brokered a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, according to an announcement from the U.S. Embassy. Vice President Vance and key American officials have been in talks with senior figures from both countries, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The agreement, reached after 48 hours of negotiations, involves an immediate cessation of hostilities and the initiation of comprehensive talks on a range of issues at a neutral location. This development marks a significant step towards easing longstanding tensions between the two nations.

The talks included discussions with India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir. National Security Advisors Ajit Doval from India and Asim Malik from Pakistan were also part of the discussions.

The U.S. Embassy commended both Prime Ministers for their decision to pursue peace through dialogue. This ceasefire is seen as a diplomatic victory that could pave the way for more stable relations in the region.

The agreement comes at a critical time, offering a potential path forward to resolve ongoing disputes. The international community will be closely monitoring the situation as talks progress.