As tensions between India and Pakistan rise following India’s counter-terror operations under ‘Operation Sindoor’, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized the need for diplomacy over conflict after speaking with both Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.

“Had a phone call with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy this afternoon. Our discussions centered around countering terrorism, for which there must be zero tolerance,” Jaishankar posted on X. The discussion came a day after Pakistan launched missile and drone attacks targeting Indian cities including Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur—attacks which were all neutralized by India’s military.

Lammy later posted: “Tensions between India and Pakistan remain a serious concern. Speaking to both Dr S Jaishankar and Ishaq Dar today, I’ve continued to push for a path forward through diplomacy, not conflict. I have been clear to all sides that if this escalates further, nobody wins.”

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also weighed in on the situation, stating in the House of Commons that the rising tensions between the two nations are deeply concerning and require urgent engagement with both countries to protect civilians and encourage de-escalation.

In contrast, several UK Conservative leaders offered strong support for India’s position. Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel stated that India has every right to take “reasonable and proportionate” steps to dismantle terrorist infrastructure that threatens its security.

Patel condemned the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians, calling it “murderous, violent terrorism” and emphasized that “terrorists based in Pakistan threaten India and Western interests.” She also highlighted the UK’s longstanding security cooperation with India.

Conservative MP Bob Blackman echoed similar sentiments in Parliament, asking whether the British government would pressure Pakistan to eliminate terrorist camps operating near the Line of Control (LoC). “Last night, nine sites were hit. Those were terrorist bases where terrorists were being trained to commit further atrocities in India,” he said.

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak also supported India’s actions, stating, “India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no impunity for terrorists.”

As international voices call for calm, India’s firm stance on defending its citizens and neutralizing terrorist threats has gained significant support from key UK political figures, reinforcing India’s position in the global counterterrorism narrative.