The US Department of State has signaled hope that President Donald Trump may help resolve the long-standing Kashmir dispute during his presidency, following Pakistan’s recent diplomatic efforts.

This development comes after questions were posed to the State Department regarding the engagement between Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs, Allison Hooker, and a Pakistani parliamentary delegation led by Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP).

Inquiries focused on whether the US would leverage its influence to encourage India to enter negotiations on outstanding issues and maintain the ceasefire.

Spokesperson Tammy Bruce confirmed that State Department officials met with the Pakistani delegation and reiterated US support for the ongoing ceasefire between Pakistan and India. Discussions also included key bilateral issues, such as counterterrorism cooperation.

Bilawal’s nine-member delegation visited New York and Washington before heading to London and Brussels. During their stay from May 31 to June 6, they engaged with numerous US lawmakers and discussed Pakistan’s stance on Indian actions, the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, and provocative statements from the Modi government.

Notably, an Indian delegation was also in Washington at this time.

Bruce added that Deputy Secretary Landau met with the Indian delegation and reaffirmed US support for India in its fight against terrorism and the strategic partnership between the two nations.

In light of Pakistan’s military response, several countries, including the US, have worked to de-escalate tensions and uphold the ceasefire agreement.

President Trump has offered to mediate between Pakistan and India to address all outstanding issues, including Kashmir. He expressed on his Truth Social platform his willingness to work towards a solution after “a thousand years.”

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While Pakistan welcomed Trump’s mediation offer, India has rejected it, maintaining that Kashmir is a bilateral issue. When asked about potential follow-ups to Trump’s offer, Bruce stated she could not comment on presidential plans but noted that Trump aims to resolve global conflicts.

Observers suggest that the upcoming United Nations General Assembly session in New York this September could provide an opportunity for a historic meeting between the prime ministers of Pakistan and India, potentially facilitated by President Trump.