PM May says UK is deeply concerned about rising tensions between India and Pakistan

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LONDON : Prime Minister Theresa May while addressing the parliament on Wednesday said that Britain is deeply concerned about the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, and urges restraint from both sides. Pakistan carried out air strikes and shot down two Indian jets on Wednesday, Pakistani officials said, a day after Indian warplanes struck inside Pakistan .“The UK is deeply concerned about rising tensions between India and Pakistan and urgently calls for restraint on both sides to avoid further escalation,” May told the parliament.“We are in regular contact with both countries, urging dialogue and diplomatic solutions to ensure regional stability. We are working closely with international partners including through the UN Security Council to de-escalate tensions.”

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