British FM urges 'de-escalation' in Pakistan-Afghanistan fighting

Britain was "deeply concerned by the significant escalation in tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan", UK Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper said Friday after Islamabad bombed major Afghan cities including the capital Kabul.

"We urge both sides to take immediate steps toward de‑escalation, avoid further harm to civilians, and re‑engage in mediated dialogue," Britain's top diplomat said on X.