The G7 Foreign Ministers, representing Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America along with the High Representative of the European Union, have issued a statement addressing recent tensions between India and Pakistan. The statement was released on May 9, 2025.
The ministers condemned a terrorist attack in Pahalgam that occurred on April 22. They urged both nations to exercise maximum restraint as further military escalation could threaten regional stability. Concerns were also raised regarding the safety of civilians on both sides.
The G7 ministers called for immediate de-escalation and encouraged direct dialogue between India and Pakistan to achieve a peaceful resolution. They affirmed their commitment to closely monitoring developments and expressed support for a swift diplomatic solution.
