India, May 10 -- Pakistan's deputy Prime Minister and foreign minister, Ishaq Dar, on Saturday declared that Pakistan and India have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, saying that Pakistan has consistently worked towards regional peace and security without compromising its sovereignty or territorial integrity.

"Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!" Dar wrote on X.

His statement follows US President Donald Trump's announcement that the United States had mediated between the two nations to help end hostilities.

"After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am p...