ISPR DG hails Iran’s efforts to de-escalate tension in South Asia

ISLAMABAD: Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General (DG) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has appreciated Iran’s efforts and support for de-escalating tensions in South Asia.

The latest escalation in the decades-old Pakistan-India rivalry began on May 7 when at least 31 civilians were martyred in an unprovoked Indian attack. In retaliation, Pakistan downed six IAF fighter jets, including three Rafale, and dozens of drones.

During an exclusive interview with IRNA, the DG ISPR said “We are pleased with all the efforts of the international community and brotherly countries, especially Iran, which played a role in reducing tensions.” Without naming any outlawed group operating in the border areas of Pakistan and Iran, the military spokesperson continued, “We should be aware that there are forces in the region who, with the help of external factors, are seeking to create misunderstanding and confusion among brotherly countries in the region and want to create a rift between friends and brothers.”