Monitoring Desk
In the aftermath of the fiercest military escalation between Pakistan and India since the Kargil conflict, the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from both countries are scheduled to hold talks on Monday to discuss next steps following a US-brokered ceasefire.
The truce, announced on Saturday by U.S. President Donald Trump, came after four days of intense cross-border strikes between the two nuclear-armed neighbours — a conflict that stirred global concerns of a wider regional war.
According to officials, the upcoming DGMO-level communication is aimed at ensuring the ceasefire holds and addressing any potential missteps through coordinated military channels.
Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry reaffirmed the country’s commitment to peace, stating, “Our forces are handling the situation responsibly and with restraint.” It urged troops to continue exercising caution and to resolve any ceasefire-related issues through appropriate military communication mechanisms.
The U.S. has played a central diplomatic role in de-escalating tensions. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in a phone call with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, emphasized Washington’s support for direct talks between Pakistan and India, stressing the need to maintain open communication channels and avoid further conflict.
“The United States supports direct dialogue between India and Pakistan and encourages continuous efforts to improve bilateral relations,” Rubio said. In a separate call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, he reiterated the U.S. stance on South Asian peace, as well as reaffirming American support for Ukraine in the ongoing European conflict.
President Trump, while announcing the ceasefire, also offered U.S. assistance in resolving the long-standing Kashmir dispute — a flashpoint that has fueled decades of tension between Islamabad and New Delhi.
The recent flare-up marked the worst military confrontation in nearly 30 years, raising alarms across the international community and placing one of the world’s most volatile regions on the brink of war. The agreement to return to calm has since helped ease pressure on regional markets and restore diplomatic momentum.
The outcome of Monday’s DGMO talks is expected to set the tone for future engagement between the two rivals, with eyes on whether the fragile ceasefire can lead to sustained dialogue and long-term stability in South Asia.
