In a bold and surprising statement, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he personally prevented a war between India and Pakistan during his time in office.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi clarified to U.S. President Donald Trump that the ceasefire between India and Pakistan was achieved through bilateral talks, not U.S. mediation. Modi's comment counters Trump's previous claim.

The prime minister reiterated to the United States president that New Delhi had agreed to the ceasefire only on Islamabad’s request, said the foreign secretary.