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India has accused Pakistan of violating a newly agreed ceasefire, just hours after it was announced on Saturday (May 10). The ceasefire, brokered with the help of the United States, aimed to halt escalating hostilities between the two nuclear-armed neighbors following a recent massacre in Indian-controlled Kashmir.
According to CNN, explosions were reported in both India- and Pakistan-administered Kashmir shortly after the ceasefire took effect. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri accused Pakistan of repeated violations, stating that Indian armed forces were instructed to respond strongly to these breaches. Misri called on Pakistan to address the violations seriously and responsibly.
In contrast, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar denied any ceasefire violations by Pakistan, calling such reports baseless. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the military's response and thanked international allies, including the United States, for their role in mediating the ceasefire.
Despite the ceasefire agreement, tensions remain high. The Guardian reported that Indian forces were responding to the alleged violations, with witnesses in Jammu and Srinagar reporting blasts and projectiles. Both countries have historically disputed the Kashmir region, leading to multiple wars and ongoing skirmishes.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire on social media, highlighting the role of American officials in facilitating the talks. However, while Pakistan acknowledged the America's involvement, India downplayed it, emphasizing direct negotiations between the two countries.