Also read: Analysis | Backchannel diplomacy played its part in India, Pakistan decision to cease fire along LoC"…The United States welcomes the joint statement between India and Pakistan: that the two countries have agreed to maintain strict observance of a ceasefire along the Line of Control starting on February 25th. This is a positive step towards greater peace and stability in South Asia, which is in all shared — is in our shared interest. We have been very clear that we condemn the terrorists who seek to infiltrate across the Line of Control,” he said. “ When it comes to the U.S. role, we continue to support direct dialogue between India and Pakistan on Kashmir and other issues of concern. Obviously, Pakistan has an important role to play when it comes to Afghanistan and what takes place across its other border.

Source: The Hindu February 25, 2021 22:28 UTC