Islamabad, May 20, 2025: Pakistan and India have reportedly mutually agreed on an understanding to pull back their all military forces and troops to peacetime deployments along the Line of Control and international border by May 30, according to senior officials familiar with the matter.
Military officials from both sides, especially the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) are in close contact to coordinate a gradual pullback, sources informed.
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This step is seen as a critical development following the ceasefire agreement that has remained intact since hostilities escalated earlier this month.
Officials pronounced the de-escalation as a “continuation of confidence-building measures”, reflecting a potential ease after several weeks of heightened military alerts.
“The return to normal military positions is part of the second phase of the ceasefire framework”, a senior government source said, noting that the decision was made possible through behind-the-scenes diplomatic engagement, particularly involving the United States and other key international actors.
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The standoff escalated after what Pakistani authorities described as provocative actions by India, leading both militaries to move from standard deployment zones to combat positions along the border. The latest understanding to restore normal force placement is seen as a cautious step towards regional de-escalation.
As of now, neither Pakistani nor Indian governments have issued an official statement regarding the troop movements. However, the coordination between the DGMOs directs towards a military-to-military dialogue to reduce tensions.
