Recent statements by former U.S. President Donald Trump claim he intervened to prevent a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan by leveraging trade negotiations and imposing tariffs. Trump described his discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and alleged that his threats of trade consequences led to a ceasefire following heightened tensions triggered by a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which resulted in a military response from India. However, Indian officials have consistently refuted Trump’s assertions, emphasizing that the ceasefire was achieved through direct military communications between the two countries, without any third-party mediation. India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reiterated this stance, highlighting the importance of India-Pakistan issues being bilateral and rejecting external claims of intervention. Trump’s repeated emphasis on his role in de-escalating the situation raises questions about the accuracy and motivations behind his narrative, especially as it contrasts sharply with India’s official position, illustrating the complexities and sensitivities surrounding India-Pakistan relations and external involvement in regional conflicts. The crisis underscored the persistent threat of militancy from Pakistan and the risks inherent in the geopolitical dynamics of South Asia.