Pakistan to free captured Indian pilot as peace gesture

28 Feb, 2019

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan says Pakistan will release the captured Indian pilot?as a “peace gesture” toward India, the Associated Press reported.

Khan made this announcement Thursday while addressing lawmakers in both chambers of parliament, convened to discuss the latest situation amid rising tensions with India over the disputed territory of Kashmir.

Khan says he tried to reach his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on Wednesday with a message that he wants to de-escalate tension.

Khan did not say how India responded to his initiative.

He also reiterated his offer for talks to New Delhi, saying this is the only way to solve all issues. (Colombo Gazette)

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