Islamabad – British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, during his official visit to Pakistan, stated that India has not provided any evidence to support the allegations made against Pakistan regarding the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam.
Addressing a joint press conference in Islamabad, Lammy acknowledged the seriousness of the Pahalgam incident, calling it “horrific” and reiterated the UK’s strong condemnation of all forms of terrorism. “We extend our deepest sympathies to the victims,” he said.
However, when asked about India’s claims linking Pakistan to the attack, Lammy responded, “India has not shared any evidence with us. Nor do we expect it to, as national security matters are not typically disclosed to foreign governments.”
Lammy emphasized that Pakistan itself has suffered from terrorism and stressed the importance of ensuring that extremism does not gain ground in any region.
During his visit, Lammy met with Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. According to the Foreign Office, the two discussed regional security, the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC), and India’s recent military actions.
Ishaq Dar briefed Lammy on what he described as India’s “provocative acts,” stating they violate Pakistan’s sovereignty and the UN Charter. He underscored that Pakistan acted within its rights under Article 51 of the UN Charter in self-defense.
Lammy, the first British Foreign Secretary to visit Pakistan in four years, said the UK is working with international partners to maintain the ceasefire between India and Pakistan. He praised the leadership of both countries for their “impressive commitment” to avoiding escalation.
He also highlighted the direct impact of South Asia tensions on the UK, noting that over 2,000 calls were received by the Pakistan High Commission in London from concerned British Pakistanis following the incident.
Lammy reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Pakistan, particularly in the areas of trade, cultural exchange, education, health, and climate change resilience.
Both sides expressed satisfaction over the current trajectory of UK-Pakistan relations and emphasized the importance of constructive diplomatic engagement to ensure long-term peace and stability in the region.
