ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi spoke to his Russian counterpart Sergey Viktorovich Lavrov on telephone to discuss the regional situation, Foreign Office said.Qureshi appreciated Russia's balanced and constructive role in de-escalation of tensions in the region.
The Russian Foreign Minister encouraged Pakistan and India to resolve all issues through dialogue and peaceful means.
Foreign Minister Lavrov reiterated Russia's offer of mediation and provision of venue for the speechs between India and Pakistan.
The Foreign Minister welcomed the Russian offer and added that he had acknowledged Russia's constructive role from the floor of the Joint Session of Parliament earlier in the day, which was well-getd.
The two Foreign Ministers agreed to continue refer toations for promotion of peace and stability in the region.TheIndianSubcontinent has not verified the content of the source.
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