The conversations come even as Pakistan claimed it has “credible intelligence” suggesting India plans to launch military action soon.
Had a telephone conversation with UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres this evening. I reaffirmed Pakistan’s condemnation of terrorism in all its forms, rejected baseless Indian accusations, and called for a transparent and neutral investigation into the Pahalgam incident. I…
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) April 29, 2025
UN chief speaks with Jaishankar
In a call with S Jaishankar, Antonio Guterres reiterated his condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack, noting the importance of pursuing justice and accountability for these attacks through lawful means while voicing deep concern at rising tensions between India and Pakistan.
“Received a call from @UN SG @antonioguterres. Appreciate his unequivocal condemnation of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Agreed on the importance of accountability. India is resolved that the perpetrators, planners and backers of this attack are brought to justice,” Jaishankar posted on X.
Received a call from @UN SG @antonioguterres.
Appreciate his unequivocal condemnation of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Agreed on the importance of accountability.
India is resolved that the perpetrators, planners and backers of this attack are brought to justice.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) April 29, 2025
“I just want to update you on the Secretary General’s phone calls this morning,” Stéphane Dujarric, spokesman for the secretary-general, said at the daily press briefing on Tuesday.
Guterres spoke separately with Jaishankar and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
“In his phone calls, the Secretary General reiterated his strong condemnation of the April 22 terrorist attack that took place in Jammu and Kashmir. The Secretary General noted the importance of pursuing justice and accountability for these attacks through lawful means,” Dujarric said.
Guterres also expressed his deep concern at the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, and he also underscored the need to avoid a confrontation that could result in tragic consequences.
“The Secretary General offered his good offices to support any de-escalation efforts,” Dujarric said.
The article originally appeared on Hindustan Times
