US President Donald Trump has once again claimed credit for resolving various global conflicts, including the long-standing dispute between India and Pakistan. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on his way to the Middle East, Trump stated, "This will be my eighth war that I have solved," referring to the recent Gaza ceasefire. He also mentioned the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan, suggesting he would address that issue upon his return.

Trump highlighted his role in the India-Pakistan conflict, saying, "Think about some of the wars that were going on for years... I got every one of those done, for the most part, within a day." He attributed his success to economic measures, including tariffs, claiming that he threatened to impose high tariffs on both countries to encourage peace. "If you guys want to fight a war and you have nuclear weapons, I am going to put big tariffs on you both," he said, asserting that this approach led to a quick resolution.

However, the Indian government has consistently rejected Trump's claims of US intervention in the recent ceasefire following Operation Sindoor, which was launched in response to a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir. New Delhi maintains that the ceasefire was achieved through direct talks between military leaders of both nations, without any third-party mediation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated in Parliament that no external party influenced India's decision to halt its counter-terror operations.

The Ministry of External Affairs has also clarified that trade negotiations with the US were unrelated to Operation Sindoor. The conflict escalated after a terror attack on April 22, 2025, which resulted in 26 fatalities, primarily among tourists. In retaliation, India conducted Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. A ceasefire was announced on May 10 after discussions between the directors general of military operations from both countries.

As Trump embarks on his Middle East trip, he will co-chair a peace summit with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, focusing on the Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages.