‘Wise, prudent’: Iran welcomes India-Pakistan ceasefire
Iran has welcomed the announcement of an immediate ceasefire between Pakistan and India after days of deadly clashes between the two nations over a terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir last month.
In a statement on Saturday, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei urged both Islamabad and New Delhi to use the “opportunity” to ensure a reduction in tensions and lasting peace in the region.
He commended the two countries’ “responsible and prudent” move to halt the clashes.
Baghaei expressed hope that the situation between India and Pakistan would return to normal as soon as possible.
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, Ishaq Dar, announced the ceasefire on Saturday after several days of military strikes and counterstrikes triggered by the April 22 attack, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists.
The announcement was first made by US President Donald Trump, who shared the news in a social media post. He confirmed that India and Pakistan had agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire.
Tensions between India and Pakistan sharply escalated after the deadly Pahalgam attack. India blamed Pakistan for the attack, but Pakistan rejected the accusations.
Both sides had hinted that the ongoing tensions could escalate into a military confrontation.
The United Nations urged both sides to exercise restraint.
