US urges Pakistan, India to work towards responsible resolution

WASHINGTON: The US has yet again urged both Pakistan and India to work towards a responsible resolution amid escalating tensions over the Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK).

To a question about the calls made on Wednesday by Secretary Rubio to his Indian counterpart and the prime minister of Pakistan, Spokesperson of the State Department Tammy Bruce said: “Secretary Rubio urged both countries to work towards a responsible resolution that maintains long-term peace and regional stability in South Asia. We continue to be in touch with the governments of both countries at multiple levels.’’

To another question, Bruce said, ‘’There is a constant involvement. This government is in constant communication. We are asking for responsible resolution from both parties.’’ The State Department spokesperson reiterated Washington’s resolve to stand beside India. “As the President (Donald Trump) articulated to PM Modi last week, the United States stands strong with India against terrorism and PM Modi has our full support,’’ Tammy Bruce reiterated during the press briefing.