Goa, May 17 -- It is always an interesting scenario when an outsider manages to praise both parties involved in a conflict. That is exactly what we witnessed when UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, during his visit to Islamabad, praised India and Pakistan for agreeing to a ceasefire, calling it a "positive step" toward lasting regional peace. Lammy acknowledged the emotional impact the conflict had on millions of British citizens of Indian and Pakistani heritage, describing the recent cross-border clashes as "deeply distressing." Lammy reaffirmed the UK's strong ties with both countries and emphasized the relief felt by their diasporas in the UK.

Meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and senior officials, Lammy condemned th...