Donald Trump Big Announcement
India
C
CNBC Awaaz21-01-2026, 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.

More like this

Loading more articles...