New York/New Delhi: While affirming its support for India, the United States on Sunday urged India and Pakistan to pursue a “responsible resolution” following the deadly terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam.
The US State Department said it has been in contact with both governments at multiple levels following the April 22 attack which had led to escalation of tension. Following the attack, India announced a diplomatic offensive against Pakistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had vowed to identify, track and punish the terrorists and conspirators behind the attack.
Pakistan called for an independent investigation while its minister openly issued threats to India. Amid such situations, the US has urged both countries to “work towards a responsible resolution”.
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“This is an evolving situation, and we are monitoring developments closely,” a State Department spokesperson told Reuters in an email. “The United States encourages all parties to work together towards a responsible resolution,” the message read further.
The spokesperson reiterated US condemnation of the attack. It also stated that Washington “stands with India.” Earlier, similar remarks were passed by President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
Washington considers New Delhi as a key partner in its efforts to counter China’s growing influence in Asia. Though Pakistan remains a US ally, its strategic importance reduced after America withdrew from Afghanistan in 2021.
Meanwhile, China has backed Pakistan’s call for an “impartial probe” into India’s allegations. Beijing’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it supports a neutral investigation. This comes after a call between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Islamabad had proposed that an investigative team could include experts from China, Russia, or Western countries.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also said his government is open to participating in any neutral probe.
The attack had claimed lives of 26 tourists in Pahalgam. It is the deadliest attack in Kashmir since Pulwama in 2019.
