US President Donald Trump reiterated his claims of mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, asserting that his intervention prevented a potential nuclear conflict. He cited trade tariffs as a leverage point in his mediation efforts, though India disputes his account, emphasizing established military communication as the basis for the ceasefire.

• 01Trump claims to have played a crucial role in stopping a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan.
• 02He asserts that trade tariffs were a key factor in his mediation efforts.
• 03India disputes Trump's claims, stating the ceasefire was achieved through military communication channels.
• 04The claims follow a four-day military confrontation in May 2025 after a terror attack in Pahalgam.
• 05Trump has previously stated he has 'settled eight wars' and received letters of thanks for his mediation.

The claims and subsequent denials could affect diplomatic relations between India and Pakistan, as well as perceptions of US involvement in South Asian conflicts.