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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
UNITED NATIONS, May 6 (Xinhua) — The problems between Pakistan and India cannot be resolved militarily, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told reporters on Monday.
“Make no mistake: a military solution is not a solution,” he said. “Tensions between India and Pakistan are at their highest level in years,” Guterres said. “And so it pains me to see the relationship reaching a boiling point,” the secretary-general added.
A. Guterres once again strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam and expressed condolences to the families of the victims. “Attacks on civilians are unacceptable and those responsible must be held accountable through credible and legal means,” he said.
The UN Secretary-General stressed that it is important, “especially at this critical hour, to avoid a military confrontation that could easily spiral out of control.” “Now is the time to exercise maximum restraint and step back from the brink,” he added.
“I have spoken about this in my ongoing contacts with both countries,” said A. Guterres.
He again offered his services to India and Pakistan for the sake of peace. “The UN is ready to support any initiative that promotes de-escalation, diplomacy and a return to a commitment to peace,” the secretary-general said.
Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated following a deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam in Indian-controlled Kashmir on April 22. –0–