India has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that he helped New Delhi and Islamabad reach a ceasefire in exchange for trade concessions.

U.S. President Donald Trump said his administration had helped to avoid a nuclear war between India and Pakistan, and that the promise of trade was the big driver in ending the recent hostilities. The Trump Administration helped to broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan over the weekend,

While speaking at a daily press briefing, US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott reiterated that the Donald Trump administration stands ready to help keep peace in the region. “We urge both sides to maintain direct communication to preserve regional stability,