London, May 10 -- Following the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan on Saturday amid tensions between the two nations in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy urged both sides to sustain this and emphasised that "de-escalation is in everybody's interest."

Sharing a post on X, Lammy wrote, "Today's ceasefire between India and Pakistan is hugely welcome. I urge both parties to sustain this. De-escalation is in everybody's interest."

Lammy said earlier that he held talks with EAM S Jaishankar and Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and emphasised the need for dialogue for a "sustainable ceasefire."

"Last night's military activity between India and Pakistan is a serious concern. Speak...