A senior US State Department official noted Washington’s long-standing position that Kashmir remains a matter for India and Pakistan to resolve directly, stressing that the United States has no intention of “asserting" itself between the two countries.

Speaking at a press briefing, the official noted that while President Donald Trump has “enough crises on his hands," he would be willing to assist if specifically requested by both sides.

“We will leave that up to India and Pakistan to solve," the official said.

The official noted that US policy toward South Asia is rooted in advancing American interests.

“We continue to view India and Pakistan separately in our bilateral relationships, through an America First lens that prioritises our interests," the statement added.

The remarks came

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