Washington/New Delhi, May 14 -- The US has welcomed the ceasefire between India and Pakistan and also urged both sides to "maintain direct communication" to preserve regional stability.

US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Thomas 'Tommy' Pigott said on Tuesday:

"We also welcome the ceasefire between India and Pakistan and commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif for choosing the path of peace. As President Trump said, their decision reflects strength, wisdom, and fortitude. We urge both sides to maintain direct communication to preserve regional stability."

Asked to react to India having refused any US effort to mediate between India and Pakistan, and how hopeful the US is on bringing the two sides together in the same room...