As Pakistan declares victory, confidence in the troubled country’s state institutions is re-emerging, at least for now.

Chinese military on Monday addressed the reports claiming that it sent its largest military cargo plane with arms supplies to Pakistan during its offensive against India last week. The People's Liberation Army Air Force called it a "rumour" and warned of legal action against those behind this.

The Indian government on Tuesday rejected Trump’s claim that he helped broker a ceasefire between India and Pakistan in exchange for trade concessions.