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Russia Offers Support to Pakistan Amid Kashmir Tensions

5/5/2025

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In a significant diplomatic move, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov extended a helping hand to Pakistan, aiming to ease escalating tensions with India over Kashmir. This offer came in the wake of a tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. Lavrov expressed Russia's commitment to fostering a political resolution, contingent on mutual agreement from both nations.

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In a significant diplomatic move, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov extended a helping hand to Pakistan, aiming to ease escalating tensions with India over Kashmir. This offer came in the wake of a tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. Lavrov expressed Russia's commitment to fostering a political resolution, contingent on mutual agreement from both nations.