Trump Claims 250% Tariff Threat Prevented India-Pakistan Conflict: Analysis of US Foreign Policy Tactics

Oct 30, 2025 05:06 pm CST

US President Donald Trump has claimed credit for preventing conflict between India and Pakistan by threatening a 250% tariff on both nations. This article examines Trump's assertions about the May ceasefire following Operation Sindoor, India's response to Pakistan-backed terrorism, and ongoing US-India trade negotiations amid existing 50% tariffs. Despite Trump's claims, India maintains the ceasefire occurred only after direct Pakistani request and rejects third-party mediation.