India and Pakistan agree Kashmir ceasefire but accuse each other of breaches

theguardian.comPublished: 5/10/2025

Summary

India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire brokered by US President Donald Trump, but concerns over renewed cross-border shelling in Kashmir amid celebrations mark the fragile nature of the agreement. The US mediator declared the truce on Saturday afternoon, following days of skepticism from Vice President Kamala Harris about the country's role in the conflict. However, as the day progressed, violations persisted, with both sides accusing each other of new attacks, including missile strikes and drone barrages. While many hope this marks a turning point, the violence along the Line of Control remains unresolved, complicating efforts to achieve lasting peace.