Pakistani Ambassador Urges President Trump to Prevent Escalation Between India and Pakistan

Report By Safarti Tarjuman International Desk

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has called on former U.S. President Donald Trump to play an active role in defusing rising tensions between Pakistan and India, urging decisive diplomatic intervention to avoid potential conflict between the two nuclear-armed nations.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Newsweek, Ambassador Sheikh stressed the severity of the current situation following a deadly militant attack in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, on April 22, which left 26 people dead. The incident has intensified hostilities between the two neighboring countries, prompting fears of a wider military confrontation.

“If we have a president whose objective is global peace and to establish a legacy as a peacemaker—someone who resolves conflicts and prevents wars—then Kashmir is one of the most volatile and dangerous flashpoints in nuclear terms,” the ambassador stated.

Ambassador Sheikh highlighted the potential catastrophic consequences of unchecked escalation, noting that both India and Pakistan possess nuclear capabilities.

“This is not just a moment for de-escalation. It is an opportunity for durable peace,” Sheikh emphasized. “We must look beyond temporary fixes and aim for a comprehensive resolution that prevents future flare-ups.”

Following the Pahalgam attack, India downgraded diplomatic and defense ties with Pakistan—moves that were reciprocated by Islamabad. Exchanges of fire have since been reported along the Line of Control (LoC), and Pakistani officials have warned of potential strikes from India, escalating public fears of open conflict.

In response, U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce confirmed that Washington is closely monitoring developments in the region and maintaining contact with both New Delhi and Islamabad through multiple diplomatic channels.

Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday. During the conversation, Sharif presented Pakistan’s position on the recent escalation and reiterated Islamabad’s commitment to regional stability.

Rubio is expected to hold further consultations with Indian officials in the coming days. The U.S. State Department, Indian Ministry of External Affairs, and the Indian Embassy in Washington have all been approached for comment.

Ambassador Sheikh concluded his remarks by reiterating that sustained international engagement—especially from influential global actors such as the United States—is essential for securing peace in South Asia.