US President Donald Trump said he intervened to ease India-Pakistan tensions during his tenure, warning of possible nuclear conflict. He claimed he pressured Pakistan by threatening steep tariffs and halting trade deals, which led to a swift resolution, though he cautioned tensions could re-emerge. US President Donald Trump said he intervened to ease India-Pakistan tensions during his tenure, warning of possible nuclear conflict. He claimed he pressured Pakistan by threatening steep tariffs and halting trade deals, which led to a swift resolution, though he cautioned tensions could re-emerge.