Staff Reporter:
Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Pakistani counterpart Shehbaz Sharif for they agreed to a ceasefire after days of deadly attacks between the countries.
“I most sincerely commend Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi of India and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan for agreeing to a ceasefire with immediate effect and to engage in talks,” Yunus said in a statement sent by the Chief Adviser’s office on Saturday night.
“I would also like to express my deep appreciation to President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio for their effective mediation.”
The chief adviser added, “Bangladesh will continue to support our two neighbours to resolve differences through diplomacy.”
Pakistan and India agreed Saturday to a full and immediate ceasefire, the news surprisingly announced by US President Donald Trump, who congratulated them on using “common sense”.
“After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence,” Trump posted the announcement on his Truth Social network.
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said both sides would “stop all firing and military action on land, air and sea” with effect from 5pm (1130 GMT).
In a statement on X, Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said, “Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!”
