Trump Reiterates Claim: Averted India-Pakistan Nuclear War, 8 Jets Shot Down

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CNBC Awaaz•21-01-2026, 09:16
Trump Reiterates Claim: Averted India-Pakistan Nuclear War, 8 Jets Shot Down
- •Donald Trump claimed he averted a nuclear war between India and Pakistan during his second term's first year.
- •He stated that Operation Sindoor led to peak tensions, with eight fighter jets shot down.
- •Trump asserted that US pressure and tariff threats led to a ceasefire, saving millions of lives.
- •India has rejected Trump's claims, stating the ceasefire was a result of direct bilateral talks without external intervention.
- •Trump also expressed displeasure over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize for his alleged role in stopping wars.
Why It Matters: Donald Trump claims he prevented a nuclear war between India and Pakistan, a claim India denies.
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