Mon May 12 12:27:05 UTC 2025: ## US Urges India and Pakistan to Maintain Ceasefire After Recent Tensions
**New Delhi, May 12, 2025** – Following a recent escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan, the United States has called for both nations to uphold a newly established ceasefire. The statement comes after India launched retaliatory strikes against terror launchpads in Pakistan last week in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
According to a readout from the U.S. State Department, Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Sunday. Both officials stressed the importance of maintaining the ceasefire, achieved on Saturday, and encouraged continued dialogue between India and Pakistan. Secretary Rubio also reiterated the U.S.’s commitment to ending the conflict in Ukraine.
The ceasefire agreement saw both India and Pakistan agree to halt all military actions across land, air, and sea. The U.S. has been actively engaged with both countries, working alongside the U.K. to de-escalate the situation and promote peaceful resolution. The situation remains tense, however, following the significant military actions taken by India last week.
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