US-Pakistan relations

Rubio Urges Pakistan to End Terrorist Support

Amid heightened India-Pakistan tensions, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged both nations to de-escalate and engage in direct dialogue. While expressing condolences for the Pahalgam attack and supporting India’s counterterrorism efforts, Rubio also pressed Pakistan to cease support for terrorist groups. India reiterated its commitment to a measured response to cross-border terrorism, while also receiving calls for restraint from Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the EU. These global actors emphasized the need for de-escalation and dialogue to prevent further conflict and protect civilian lives.

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Pakistan Developing US-Range Missiles: A New Cold War Threat?

Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer revealed that Pakistan’s advancements in long-range ballistic missile technology pose a growing threat to the United States. This development, including the capability to test larger rocket motors, allows Pakistan to potentially strike targets far beyond South Asia. Finer expressed concern over the implications of Pakistan’s actions, characterizing them as an emerging threat. These remarks followed new US sanctions targeting Pakistan’s ballistic missile program, highlighting the escalating tensions between the two nations.

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