On Tuesday, President Donald Trump emphasized the United States’ role in facilitating peace between India and Pakistan, stating he “will not trade nuclear missiles (and) what makes you so beautiful.”
Currently in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this marks Trump’s first significant foreign policy trip since returning to the White House for a second term and his inaugural visit to Western Asia.
“Fellas, come on,” Trump urged both nations, “Let’s trade. Let’s trade. Don’t trade nuclear missiles. Let’s trade something that you make so beautiful.”
He highlighted a recent achievement, noting that his administration successfully negotiated a historic ceasefire aimed at curbing rising tensions between India and Pakistan, primarily using trade as a tool.
Trump appointed Secretary of State Marco Rubio to oversee US initiatives in the India-Pakistan situation, mentioning, “Millions of people may have died in a small conflict, and the day is getting bigger and bigger.”
The president portrayed the ongoing India-Pakistan dispute as a reflection of his dedication to being a peacemaker on a global scale.
He also touched on efforts to mediate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Trump frequently underscores the US’s involvement in mitigating the India-Pakistan tensions, alluding to a ceasefire declared following terrorist attacks associated with Pakistani-backed groups in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22nd.
He referred to this as a “ceasefire,” asserting it was accomplished through US mediation.
India contends that the situation improved due to a mutual “understanding” reached with Pakistan.
