US President Donald Trump reiterated that he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for helping end the May 2025 Pakistan–India conflict, saying he brokered a rapid ceasefire without nuclear weapons and has “settled eight wars,” while noting he saved tens of millions of lives and recalling a high-profile meeting with Pakistan’s Prime Minister; India disputed his assertions as tensions linger over the flare‑up in Kashmir and the ceasefire.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir met with Donald Trump at the White House, signaling a thaw in US-Pakistan relations, with discussions including trade deals, strategic cooperation, and recent diplomatic efforts, after a period of tension.
Despite facing intimidation and dismantling, Imran Khan's PTI party is leading in Pakistan's elections, with candidates winning by a large margin despite compromised conditions. Pakistan's flawed democracy is characterized by a hybrid regime with significant military influence, and the ongoing feud between Imran Khan and the military has disrupted the cyclical arrangement of power. The election outcomes could impact U.S.-Pakistan relations, with Washington prioritizing stability and counterterrorism over democracy promotion.
