United States: In a moment that has drawn sharp global attention, US President Donald Trump condemned the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan, following reports of Indian strikes deep into Pakistani territory and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
Trump Condemns India-Pakistan Escalation
Speaking from the White House, Trump stated, “It’s a shame, we just heard about it,” while addressing the reporter.
“I guess people knew something was going to happen based on a little bit of the past. They’ve been fighting for a long time,” he added, as Reuters reported.
He said, “I just hope it ends very quickly.”
His remarks come as the US government steps up diplomatic engagement. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed he had spoken directly with top national security officials from both India and Pakistan.
US President Trump issues statement in response to India's missile attack on Pakistan
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Rubio posted on X that he was monitoring the situation closely, while adding that Washington would continue to engage the Asian neighbors to reach a “peaceful resolution.”
Furthermore, the State Department said Rubio spoke to the national security advisers of both nations, while urging “both to keep lines of communication open and avoid escalation.”
Although no formal mediation has been requested, Washington’s involvement signals concern. India, seen as a key strategic partner against China’s rise, and Pakistan, still a US ally post-Afghanistan, present a complex balancing act for US diplomacy, Reuters reported.
The April 22 terrorist attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir, which killed 26 people, triggered the current wave of military actions and countermeasures. While India blamed Pakistan-based militants, Islamabad denied involvement and called for an independent investigation.
Rubio’s outreach, combined with statements from Trump and diplomatic officials, reflects growing pressure for calm between two nuclear-armed nations with a long and volatile history over Kashmir. Despite this, American officials have so far refrained from assigning blame.
What does this mean?
The former president’s comments may be unofficial, but they amplify a rising chorus of international concern. With Washington juggling multiple global crises, including in Ukraine and Gaza, experts caution that South Asia’s volatility could demand greater US engagement if hostilities worsen.
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We’ll continue to monitor this unfolding situation and provide timely updates. With two nuclear powers on edge and diplomacy at a critical juncture, the stakes remain high for regional and global stability.