'Stand up': Trump puts Pakistan PM Sharif on spot at Board of Peace meet - watch
Times of India
by TOI WORLD DESKFebruary 20, 2026
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US President Donald Trump(center) at the Board of Peace meeting in Washington DC. (Photo: Twitter)
NEW DELHI: In a highly publicized moment at Donald Trump's inaugural Board of Peace meeting on Thursday, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif found himself center stage as Trump called him out to stand, claiming credit for de-escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan.
During his address at the Washington event, Trump highlighted his role in preventing a potential conflict between India and Pakistan. He recounted how he leveraged trade pressure to broker peace, stating that both Prime Minister Modi and Sharif agreed to resolve their differences rather than face economic repercussions from US tariffs.
Sharif, who was present as Pakistan formally joined Trump's initiative, praised the former president as a "savior of South Asia." However, Trump's claims sparked skepticism, especially given India's decision to attend the meeting only as an observer. The event, part of Trump's broader global peace efforts, also included plans for Gaza redevelopment.
The incident underscores Trump's ongoing influence in international diplomacy and his unique approach to conflict resolution through economic leverage. Meanwhile, Pakistan's alignment with Trump's narrative highlights shifting alliances in South Asia, where India remains cautious about fully engaging with the Board of Peace initiative.
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/20/2026