Former US President Donald Trump has once again claimed credit for halting a potential conflict between India and Pakistan, stating he achieved this in 'rapid order' and implying he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. This assertion, which Trump has made multiple times, refers to the de-escalation of tensions that occurred in May 2025 following a period of heightened hostilities. The crisis stemmed from the April 2025 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which prompted India to launch 'Operation Sindoor' targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan-controlled territories. Subsequent retaliatory actions by Pakistan led to several days of intense clashes. India has consistently and unequivocally rejected any claims of third-party mediation in resolving the conflict. New Delhi maintains that the ceasefire agreement was reached directly and bilaterally between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan. The Ministry of External Affairs has reiterated India's long-standing position against any external intervention in matters pertaining to Jammu and Kashmir or other bilateral disputes with Pakistan. While some US officials, during the Trump administration, acknowledged an 'important role' in encouraging de-escalation due to concerns about nuclear escalation, they did not explicitly claim direct mediation in the manner Trump describes. Trump's narrative often includes references to leveraging trade deals and even mentions 'eight planes shot down,' further emphasizing his perceived decisive role. However, India has denied any link between trade discussions and the cessation of hostilities, and maintains that its military actions were conducted within the conventional domain. The Hindustan Times article accurately reports Trump's repeated claim, highlighting the ongoing nature of this contentious assertion.