Overview
- In a Fox Business interview, President Trump said ten aircraft were shot down and argued tariff threats prevented a potential nuclear escalation between India and Pakistan.
- The U.S. Department of State posted video of his remarks on X, drawing fresh attention to his account.
- Trump reiterated that he “settled eight wars,” claiming at least six ended due to tariff pressure.
- His retellings have shifted over months on jets downed—rising from five to seven, then eight, and now ten—after he has referenced the episode more than 80–90 times.
- India maintains the May 2025 truce was arranged bilaterally by the DGMOs without third‑party mediation, while Pakistan continues to credit Trump and has nominated him for a Nobel Peace Prize.