Malaysian premier urges peace in Pakistan amid India tensions

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim expressed his country's willingness to support peace initiatives between India and Pakistan, as tensions escalate following a deadly attack in Kashmir. 

After holding a phone conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday, Anwar voiced Malaysia's backing for an impartial and transparent investigation into the April 22 attack at the Pahalgam tourist site in Indian-administered Kashmir, which left 26 people dead.
"Malaysia is prepared to contribute constructively if needed. Our strong relations with both Pakistan and India place us in a unique position to assist in promoting regional peace and stability," Anwar posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Meanwhile, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi began an official visit to Pakistan, where he is expected to meet President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, according to Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry.
Upon his arrival, Araghchi called for calm and urged both India and Pakistan to de-escalate the situation. He emphasized the need for restraint and peaceful dialogue, according to Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency. He is also expected to travel to India after completing his engagements in Islamabad.
Tensions between India and Pakistan—both nuclear-armed nations—have sharply increased since the Kashmir incident. New Delhi accused Islamabad of involvement, citing cross-border links to the attackers. Pakistan, however, denied the allegations and proposed a neutral investigation monitored by an international third party.
The diplomatic fallout has led both nations to impose restrictions, including the suspension of visas and the withdrawal of diplomatic personnel. In a significant move, India also paused its participation in the Indus Waters Treaty, a key agreement signed in 1960 governing water sharing between the two countries.
Several countries, including the United States, have reached out to both governments in recent days in an effort to defuse the situation and prevent further escalation.