Pakistan and India Agree to Pull Back Troops to Peacetime Positions by May 30

In a significant move towards de-escalation, Pakistan and India have agreed to reposition their armed forces back to peacetime deployments along the Line of Control (LoC) and the international border by May 30, 2025. This decision follows a ceasefire agreement reached earlier this month, aiming to reduce tensions after recent hostilities.

Senior officials from both countries confirmed that the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) are actively coordinating the phased pullback. This step is considered part of the second phase of the ceasefire framework and is seen as a continuation of confidence-building measures between the two nations.

The recent escalation began after incidents described by Pakistani officials as acts of aggression from India, leading both armies to adopt combat-ready postures along the border. The current plan to revert to peacetime deployments signals a tentative return to stability in the region.

While neither government has officially commented on the troop movements, the coordination between the DGMOs indicates a rare instance of direct military engagement aimed at reducing tensions. Diplomatic efforts from the United States and other concerned nations have facilitated this decision, highlighting the international community’s role in promoting peace in South Asia.

The agreement to pull back troops is a critical step towards restoring normalcy and underscores the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation between Pakistan and India.