US President Donald Trump again claimed he stopped a potential India-Pakistan war by threatening 200% tariffs, alleging 11 fighter jets were shot down during the clash. India rejected any third-party mediation, stating that de-escalation was handled through DGMO-level military talks. United States President Donald Trump has again asserted that he prevented a potential military escalation between India and Pakistan last May by warning both nations of severe trade consequences. He alleged that as many as 11 high-value fighter aircraft were downed during the clashes, describing them as 'very expensive jets.' Trump portrayed the episode as an example of how economic leverage and direct diplomacy can influence global crises.

Source: dna February 20, 2026 05:01 UTC