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1 year, 1 month ago
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South Asia Breathes Easier: Maldives Praises India and Pakistan for Choosing Peace
Maldivian Foreign Minister Dr. Abdulla Khaleel commended India and Pakistan for agreeing to an immediate ceasefire after heightened tensions following a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians. The United States mediated, with President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaging both nations. Dr. Khaleel expressed his appreciation on social media platform X. Despite the ceasefire, reports of violations emerged. The Maldives' support aligns with its foreign policy emphasizing peace and stability.