Uzbekistan calls on India and Pakistan to exercise restraint

Uzbekistan is following with concern the developments related to the escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan, the Foreign Ministry reported on Wednesday.

"We call on both sides to exercise restraint, act in the interests of peace and stability, and prioritize diplomatic dialogue to prevent further deterioration of the situation," the statement said.

"Uzbekistan is ready to support any international or regional efforts aimed at de-escalating the situation and resolving it peacefully," the statement stressed.