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The United States has refrained from taking sides in the ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India, urging both nations to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through dialogue. This response comes after Pakistan accused India of involvement in the killings of individuals associated with terrorism and extremism on Pakistani soil, as reported by UK media outlet 'The Guardian.'

In a press briefing, US Department of State spokesperson Matthew Miller stated, "We have been following the media reports about this issue. We don't have any comment on the underlying allegations, but of course, while we're not going to get in the middle of this situation, we encourage both sides to avoid escalation and find a resolution through dialogue."

Earlier in January, similar attempts by Pakistan to link India with the deaths of two Pakistani nationals were dismissed by India's Ministry of External Affairs. Official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal denounced these allegations as "peddling false and malicious anti-India propaganda."

Jaiswal emphasized that Pakistan's accusations were baseless and reiterated India's stance against terrorism. He highlighted Pakistan's history as a breeding ground for terrorism and illegal activities, cautioning that Pakistan would face the consequences of its actions.

The recent tensions stem from claims made by Pakistan's Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi, who alleged "credible evidence" of Indian agents' involvement in the assassinations of Shahid Latif and Muhammad Riaz in Sialkot and Rawalkot respectively. Latif, designated as a terrorist in India, was killed in a mosque in Sialkot, while Riaz, formerly associated with the terrorist organization Jamaatud Dawa, was slain in Rawalkot.

In response to Pakistan's accusations, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized that victims of terrorism do not collaborate with perpetrators. He criticized Pakistan's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's remarks on "weaponizing terrorism," asserting that India stands against terrorism and will continue to defend itself.

The ongoing tensions between Pakistan and India highlight the complex relationship between the two neighboring nations and the challenges in maintaining regional stability. The call for dialogue and restraint from the United States underscores the importance of peaceful resolution and de-escalation in the region.