Bangladesh on Wednesday expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following recent cross-border missile strikes, and called on both sides to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation, reports UNB.
"The government of Bangladesh is closely observing the evolving situation in India and Pakistan," the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a media release.
In its statement, Bangladesh urged both countries to remain calm, show restraint, and refrain from actions that could further aggravate the situation.
"In the spirit of regional peace, prosperity, and stability, Bangladesh remains hopeful that tensions will be defused through diplomatic endeavours, and that peace will ultimately prevail for the benefit of the peoples in the region," the statement added.
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