Washington: The United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, reached out to Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, on Saturday, offering mediation to help de-escalate the rising tensions between Pakistan and India.
The conversation occurred at a critical juncture, following Pakistan's announcement on Saturday that it had initiated retaliatory actions against India, claiming to have targeted Indian military installations. This development significantly heightened concerns of an escalating conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
According to a statement issued by US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, Secretary Rubio emphasized the importance of both sides seeking ways to reduce tensions. He reiterated Washington's readiness to facilitate dialogue between the two countries to avoid further conflict.
"Secretary Rubio stressed the need for both parties to explore methods to de-escalate the situation," the statement read. "He also offered US mediation to initiate dialogue aimed at preventing future conflicts."
The United States has consistently maintained a stance of encouraging diplomatic solutions between India and Pakistan, urging both nations to engage in dialogue and resolve their differences peacefully. The latest development reflects Washington’s continued diplomatic engagement in South Asian affairs.
