Pakistan and India have agreed to scale back troop deployments along the Line of Control (LoC) and the international border, aiming to return to peacetime positions by May 30, according to high-level sources familiar with the development.
Senior officials confirmed that military leaders from both nations—specifically the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs)—are closely coordinating a phased withdrawal of forces. The initiative follows a ceasefire agreement that has remained largely intact since the outbreak of hostilities earlier this month.
The planned drawdown is considered a vital step in de-escalating recent tensions and is part of the second phase of the broader ceasefire framework. Sources indicated that the move has been supported by diplomatic efforts, notably from the United States and other international stakeholders.
Tensions flared when Pakistani authorities accused India of initiating aggressive actions along the border, prompting both armies to adopt forward combat positions. The decision to now revert to standard, non-combat deployments signals a cautious shift towards regional stability.
Although neither government has issued an official statement, the direct coordination between the two militaries reflects a rare instance of bilateral military diplomacy. Officials described the decision as part of ongoing confidence-building measures that may help defuse one of South Asia’s most persistent flashpoints.
