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United Nations Urges Restraint as India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate After Pahalgam Attack

UN Chief António Guterres
Photo: António Guterres/X

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for restraint and dialogue between India and Pakistan, expressing deep concern over what he described as the worst tensions in years between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.

Speaking to journalists outside the UN Security Council in New York, Guterres condemned the April 22 attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed at least 26 civilians and left many injured.

“Targeting civilians is unacceptable – and those responsible must be brought to justice through credible and lawful means,” Guterres said.

He warned that the current situation is extremely dangerous and stressed the need to avoid any further escalation.

“It is also essential – especially at this critical hour – to avoid a military confrontation that could easily spin out of control,” he said.

India and Pakistan both claim Kashmir in full but control parts of it. Tensions have soared since the deadly attack, and there have been cross-border firings reported for several consecutive nights.

The UN Security Council met behind closed doors to discuss the worsening ties between the two countries.

Guterres said the UN is ready to step in and help mediate, offering his “good offices” to support de-escalation and peace efforts.

“A military solution is no solution. Now is the time for maximum restraint and stepping back from the brink,” he added.

He also praised both countries for their long-standing role in UN peacekeeping and expressed hope that this shared legacy could help rebuild trust.

“The United Nations stands ready to support any initiative that promotes de-escalation, diplomacy, and a renewed commitment to peace,” Guterres concluded.

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