Pakistan vows truce, warns of retaliation

The pakistan government has reiterated its commitment to a ceasefire with India but vowed to respond decisively to any provocation.

The statement came on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, days after both nations halted their worst border fighting in nearly 30 years.

Islamabad emphasized its willingness to pursue peace but rejected what it called India’s “provocative rhetoric.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday warned that India would strike cross-border “terrorist hideouts” if attacked again.

He made the comments during a visit to a forward air base near the Line of Control.

Modi stated India would not be deterred by threats of “nuclear blackmail” from Pakistan.

Pakistan’s foreign ministry swiftly condemned Modi’s remarks as “provocative and inflammatory.”

In an official statement, it said Modi’s comments threatened ongoing international efforts toward regional stability.

The ministry affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to the ceasefire agreement reached last Saturday.

However, it warned that Pakistan would meet future aggression with “full resolve and strength.”

Pakistan’s military also confirmed its readiness to defend national sovereignty under any circumstances.

Thousands gathered in Islamabad on Sunday to show support for Pakistan’s armed forces.

The ceasefire followed four days of deadly clashes along the disputed Kashmir border.

Both countries reported civilian and military casualties during the exchanges.

U.S. diplomatic intervention reportedly helped broker the ceasefire agreement.

Observers credit Washington’s backchannel talks with helping prevent further escalation between the nuclear-armed rivals.

International leaders have urged restraint and called for renewed dialogue on the longstanding Kashmir issue.

The recent flare-up drew widespread concern over the potential for broader regional conflict.

Security analysts warn that any miscalculation could quickly spiral into a major war.

Tensions between India and Pakistan have remained high since the 2019 Pulwama attack.

That incident led to airstrikes and cross-border skirmishes, deepening the mistrust between the two governments.

This latest ceasefire aims to stabilize the situation, but deep-rooted mistrust remains.

India maintains that Pakistan-based militants pose a continuing threat to its security.

Pakistan denies supporting militants and accuses India of violating human rights in Kashmir.

Bilateral talks remain stalled, with both sides blaming each other for the breakdown in diplomacy.

Pakistan’s foreign ministry urged global powers to press India for constructive dialogue.

India, meanwhile, insists that peace depends on Pakistan ending support for cross-border terrorism.

Analysts say sustained peace will require confidence-building steps from both sides.

For now, both armies remain on high alert along the heavily militarized frontier.

Pakistan said it would continue cooperating with international efforts aimed at de-escalation.

India has yet to issue an official response to Islamabad’s latest statement.

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