David Lammy has joined G7 ministers in calling for an “immediate de-escalation” between India and Pakistan.

A statement issued on Saturday morning said: “We, the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the high representative of the European Union, strongly condemn the egregious terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22 and urge maximum restraint from both India and Pakistan.

“Further military escalation poses a serious threat to regional stability.

“We are deeply concerned for the safety of civilians on both sides.

“We call for immediate de-escalation and encourage both countries to engage in direct dialogue towards a peaceful outcome.

“We continue to monitor events closely and express our support for a swift and lasting diplomatic resolution.”