Sudden Ceasefire Brings Surprise End to India-Pakistan Conflict

The India-Pakistan conflict briefly flared up last week, fueled by cross-border attacks. However, a sudden US-brokered ceasefire brought a surprising end to the hostilities. Senator Marco Rubio announced the agreement, stating, "The Governments of India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to start talks on a broad set of issues." This followed intense diplomatic efforts by US officials, including Vice President JD Vance, who described the situation as, "not our business." Despite the ceasefire, the underlying tensions remain. The conflict was triggered by a terror attack in the disputed region of Kashmir last month, causing significant damage and casualties. The swift resolution, however, offers a glimmer of hope for de-escalation in a volatile region. Experts now ponder the long-term implications of this unexpected truce and the future of relations between India and Pakistan.