Pakistan denies ceasefire plea, credits US and Saudi role

Pakistan refuted Indian media claims of requesting a ceasefire during the recent military standoff, asserting it responded decisively to Indian actions. Islamabad stated that de-escalation occurred only after interventions from the United States and Saudi Arabia, who conveyed India's willingness to halt hostilities if Pakistan reciprocated. While valuing peace, Pakistan affirmed its right to respond to any aggression.Original Article