'Pakistan and India are nuclear weapons states ... with big armed forces and big populations, and therefore, peace should be an imperative.'
withdrawal. Despite Pakistan's close relationship with the Afghan Taliban, the group's takeover of the neighboring country has compounded Islamabad's security woes.that the U.S.
"We have always pursued diplomacy with India," he said."The prime minister of Pakistan has once again made an offer for engagement. The U.S. has also expressed its support for direct dialogue between Pakistan and India on issues of concern. We hope there would be a reciprocal resonance from New Delhi."
India, however, views Pakistan at the center of threats related to potential conflict and active insurgencies in the region. "While India desires peaceful relations with all its neighbours, it retains the right to respond appropriately and proportionately to any situation created by Pakistan," the Indian military establishment sources said."It is contingent upon Pakistan to stop orchestrating terrorism and ensure peace across the LC. Indian Army remains prepared to thwart any misadventure both along the LC as also in the hinterland.
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