PM Shehbaz calls for dialogue with India on Kashmir issue, IWT

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a national address following a ceasefire agreement with India, called for a peaceful resolution of longstanding issues, including water distribution and the Kashmir dispute.

The prime minister expressed gratitude to the country’s civil and military leadership, media, and citizens for standing united during the recent escalation.

He extended special thanks to Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir for his leadership, and praised Chief of Air Staff Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu along with Pakistan Air Force personnel for their performance during the conflict.

He also acknowledged the support and consultation of PML-N President Nawaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari, and commended journalists and social media users for countering misinformation during the crisis.

PM Shehbaz stated that Pakistan’s military response to Indian aggression was measured but decisive, emphasizing that Indian airbases had suffered significant damage as a result. He described India’s actions as “unprovoked and unjust,” and said the country used the Pahalgam incident as a pretext for aggression.

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The prime minister congratulated the nation for displaying unity, self-respect, and resilience during the conflict, and reiterated Pakistan’s desire for peace through dialogue.

US President Donald Trump took to X to announce that Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire.

“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that Pakistan and India have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire.

Congratulations to both countries on using common sense and great intelligence,” Trump's post read on X.