China urges India, Pakistan to ‘exercise restraint’ after deadly Pahalgam terror attack

4/29/2025

Beijing (China) April 29, 2025 (ANI): On April 28, China’s foreign ministry urged both India and Pakistan to remain calm in the aftermath of last week’s deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu-Kashmir. Speaking at a regular press briefing, ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun welcomed any steps that could help de-escalate tensions and voiced support for an impartial investigation into the incident. Guo emphasized the need for dialogue and consultation to resolve the issue.Meanwhile, India reported it had returned fire after "unprovoked" shooting from the Pakistani side along the Line of Control for the fifth night in a row. The Indian government continues its search for the perpetrators behind the April 22 Pahalgam Terror attack that claimed 26 lives, identifying two of the three suspects as Pakistani nationals. Pakistan, however, has denied involvement and has called for a neutral inquiry.The attack has sparked widespread anger in India, with growing demands for action against Pakistan, which New Delhi accuses of backing terrorism in Pakistan Occupied Kashmir

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00:00On April 28th, China's foreign ministry urged both India and Pakistan to remain calm in the aftermath of last week's deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jamu Kashmir.

00:13Speaking at a regular press briefing, ministry spokesperson Guo Jakun welcomed any steps that could help de-escalate tensions and voice support for an impartial investigation into the incident.

00:24China welcomes all measures conducive to cooling down the current situation and supports an impartial investigation as soon as possible.

00:35As a common neighbor of both India and Pakistan, China hopes that India and Pakistan will exercise restraint and meet each other halfway.

00:44We should properly handle relevant differences through dialogue and consultation and jointly safeguard regional peace and stability.

00:51Guo emphasized the need for dialogue and consultation to resolve the issue.

00:58Meanwhile, India reported it had returned fire after unprovoked shooting from the Pakistani side along the line of control for the fifth night in a row.

01:08The Indian government continues its search for the perpetrators behind the April 22nd Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, identifying two of the three suspects as Pakistani nationals.

01:23Pakistan, however, has denied involvement and has called for a neutral inquiry.

01:27The attack has sparked widespread anger in India, with growing demands for action against Pakistan, which New Delhi accuses of backing terrorism in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir region.

01:40Pakistan, India has been attacked by a veteran in Pakistan and has deliberately taken the opportunity to protect the left wing of the United States in Kabul and in Pakistan-based Karmic region.