U.S. President Donald Trump called for calm between India and Pakistan on Wednesday, following India’s Operation Sindoor — a tri-service strike targeting nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Trump, speaking at the White House, said, “It’s so terrible… I know both very well and I want to see them work it out. Hopefully, they can stop now as they have gone tit-for-tat.” He added, “If I can do anything to help, I will be there.”
His remarks came shortly after India launched the coordinated operation, with Trump being among the first global leaders to comment. Earlier in the day, he told reporters, “They’ve been fighting for a long time… I just hope it ends very quickly.”
Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed he was briefed by Indian NSA Ajit Doval. The White House reported that Rubio also contacted his counterparts in both countries, urging dialogue and de-escalation. National Security Council spokesperson Brian Hughes stated that Rubio is “encouraging both nations to reopen leadership channels to defuse tensions.”
In response to the situation, the U.S. Mission issued a travel advisory, warning citizens against travel to Pakistan and areas near the India-Pakistan border, citing risks of terrorism and armed conflict.
The situation remains tense, with international observers closely watching for signs of further escalation — or resolution.
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