Live updates: Pakistan, India agree to ceasefire

During the session of the National Assembly, former minister of state for foreign affairs Hina Rabbani Khar said that it had been clearly proven that no one within the country is an enemy of the state.

Khar, a PPP stalwart, emphasised that national unity must not be overshadowed by false narratives or divisive rhetoric.

She criticised the sentiment of celebrating India's humiliation, saying it was not a matter of pride to boast about defeating a neighbour so severely.

“Two nuclear-armed states faced off — this is not something to cheer about, but to reflect on,” she said.

Khar also questioned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unilateral decisions on Kashmir. “If Modi decides Kashmir is part of India, should we accept it with bowed heads?” she asked.

She pointed out that there was a longstanding misconception internationally that India possessed both conventional and unconventional superiority over Pakistan.

“That illusion was not broken by Pakistan, but by Prime Minister Modi himself,” she added.

Addressing the National Assembly, MNA Abdul Qadir Patel said that since Indian PM Modi is defeated, he can go to any dangerous extent to save face, so Pakistan should remain vigilant. He said that Modi seeks political fame by exploiting dead bodies and thrives on politics over corpses.

Patel also expressed that Modi had been overly proud of the fighter jet Rafale deal. He jokingly said that anyone whose name starts with "RAW is bound to fail".

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that Pakistan knows how to respond to aggression, and Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos is clear evidence of that.

In a statement, the premier expressed deep grief over the martyrdom of 40 innocent citizens, including women and children, in India's aggression. He offered prayers for the elevation of the martyrs’ ranks and patience for their families.

"The martyrs of the nation will never be forgotten," said the prime minister. He reaffirmed that a special package for the martyrs has already been announced and that the state will fully support their families. "We will not leave them alone," he vowed.

Referring to the retaliatory military action, PM Shehbaz said that Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos proved we know how to respond.

"India has now been made to realise that it must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of regional nations," he asserted.

He praised the Pakistan Armed Forces for crushing India’s illusion of numerical superiority. "We are a peaceful nation, but we know how to respond to any act of aggression — and Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos is undeniable proof," he concluded.

Senator Nayyar Bukhari has reiterated Pakistan's desire for peace while accusing India of consistently ignoring the Kashmir issue.

Speaking to reporters, Bukhari emphasised the importance of resolving the long-standing dispute, stating, "We want peace."

Bukhari also paid tribute to former prime minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, stating, "We feel proud that the country was made a nuclear power by Shaheed Zulfikar Bhutto."

He further commended the Pakistani armed forces for their robust defence of the nation, acknowledging their vital role in safeguarding the country's sovereignty.

Bukhari asserted that the government "played a full role in this matter at the international level."

Senator Sherry Rehman delivered a forceful statement congratulating the nation and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, asserting Pakistan's decisive victory in recent aerial clashes with India. She accused the Indian government of a widespread cover-up, alleging that India failed to disclose the true number of its downed aircraft.

"We all know how many Indian planes were shot down," Rehman stated, criticising India's silence on the matter. "India is covering up the facts. Statements are being made to hide Modi's incompetence."

Rehman emphasised Pakistan's desire for peace, stating, "We do not want war, never picked up weapons or beat the drum of war." However, she condemned India's alleged attack on "unarmed civilians in the dark" and the repeated nature of these incursions. She claimed that all Indian drones involved were successfully intercepted.

The senator contrasted Pakistani media's conduct with that of Indian outlets, praising the former for its "credibility" and avoidance of "childish" or "rude" behaviour. "Our media did not say anything childish, did not do anything rude," she asserted.

Rehman further accused the Modi government of justifying the conflict based on an "assumption" related to the Pahalgam incident, and of being in a state of "panic." She labelled India a "terrorist," alleging that it attempted to establish "false traditions" that Pakistan effectively countered. She also pointed to the capture of a serving Indian officer involved in terrorism within Pakistan, questioning why the Jaffer Express incident shouldn't be treated as an act of war.

"India is not even ready for an impartial investigation into the Pahalgam incident," Rehman claimed, suggesting a "thief in the heart of India." She stressed that no terrorist attack justifies war without proper investigation.

She called for intensified diplomatic efforts, highlighting Pakistan's "extreme patience" and reliance on "facts." Rehman also expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia and Turkey for their support.

Rehman lashed out at India for illegally suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, denouncing the use of water as a weapon. Finally, she asserted that "The People's Party's narrative is currently Pakistan's narrative."

Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said India severely miscalculated Pakistan’s ability and intent to respond.

Dar said: “They all saw what happened to the Indian Air Force. When we responded three days later with drones and missiles, they realised the damage they had suffered.”

He added: “I believe they recognised their miscalculation, and it was clear our defence capability and parity had been proven.”

According to Dar, the United States gave Pakistan a clear assurance that if it was ready to halt further military action, India would do the same. “That’s exactly what happened,” he affirmed.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said that rising tensions between Pakistan and India led the international community — especially the United States — to realise that the situation could spiral dangerously out of control.

Speaking to CNN, Dar said the turning point came after Pakistan’s defensive operations in response to Indian aggression. “Some countries, particularly the United States, realised that the next step could be extremely dangerous and destructive,” he stated.

He revealed that on May 10, Saturday morning around 8am, US Secretary Robeo contacted him after speaking with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. By then, Dar said, Pakistan’s operation was nearly complete.

Secretary Robeo informed him that India was now willing to hold fire. Dar assured the US official that Pakistan would also refrain from further action if India committed to de-escalation.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said that Kashmir remains the primary cause of instability and security risks in the South Asian region.

In an interview with CNN, Dar emphasised that the Kashmir issue is not only Pakistan’s position but a globally recognised dispute.

Responding to a question about US President Donald Trump’s willingness to mediate, Dar called Trump’s offer "very important" and underscored the need for third-party support, including from the United States, to resolve the long-standing conflict.

Dar reiterated Pakistan’s readiness for comprehensive dialogue with India but noted: “This is a bilateral issue. You can’t clap with one hand. We cannot solve it alone.”

He stressed the urgency of resolving such issues without delay, warning that procrastination only leads to further complications. “It is in everyone’s interest to avoid delays,” he said, adding that Pakistan has no interest in escalating tensions and has already proven its strategic balance and sovereign parity.