Published on, Aug. 27 -- August 27, 2025 6:40 PM

US President Donald Trump has again claimed he stopped a potential war between India and Pakistan using trade pressure. Speaking at a cabinet meeting, he said both countries were close to nuclear conflict. Trump added that he threatened extremely high tariffs to push for peace. He believes his direct warnings made a quick ceasefire possible. Trump has repeated this claim several times in the past.

He described the situation as extremely dangerous, saying fighter jets worth millions were shot down. Trump said he contacted leaders from both countries. He asked them what was going on and warned of severe consequences. He told them no trade deals would happen if war broke out. According to Tr...