In a dramatic statement, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he helped stop a potential war between India and Pakistan using trade pressure. Speaking about his approach to diplomacy, Trump said that both nations were on the brink of escalation after “seven planes were shot down.” He revealed that he threatened a 200% tariff on one country’s exports to the US unless hostilities stopped. According to Trump, both leaders later agreed to de-escalate, ending tensions.
🇺🇸 “I love stopping wars,” Trump added, calling trade a tool for peace.