During the recent conflict between India and Pakistan, President Trump stated that five fighter jets were shot down, but did not clarify which side's planes were involved. Tensions escalated following an attack in April in Kashmir, nearing a fifth all-out war. Despite the claims from both nations about downed aircraft, Trump took credit for the ceasefire achieved in May. India has contested his assertions, emphasizing that the agreement was reached independently with Pakistan without US intervention, while India also adjusted its military strategy during the hostilities.
Trump claimed that during the conflict, five fighter jets were shot down, though he did not specify which side's planes were involved. Reports indicated India and Pakistan both claimed to have downed each other's jets.
After an attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, hostilities escalated between India and Pakistan, with tensions bringing them close to a significant conflict before a ceasefire was announced.
India's military repositioned after suffering initial losses in dogfights and claimed they had established an advantage before the ceasefire, contradicting the narrative of Trump's involvement.
Trump has asserted credit for the ceasefire reached in May, despite India's claims that the agreement was solely a bilateral action without external interference.
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