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US concerned over Kashmir killings, calls it India’s affair

Author : NewsGram Desk
  • The US concerns over Kashmir Valley violence that had claimed 30 lives but states that it is India's affair
  • "Obviously, we're concerned about the violence," US State Department spokesperson John Kirby said in his daily press briefing on July 11
  • the violence started on Saturday following the death of top Hizbul Mujahideen commander, Burhan Wani, 22, who was killed in a gunfight on Friday along with two of his associates

The US concerns over Kashmir Valley violence that had claimed 30 lives but states that it is India's affair.

"Obviously, we're concerned about the violence," US State Department spokesperson John Kirby said in his daily press briefing on Monday, July 11.

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John Kirby. Image Source: AP

"We encourage all sides to make efforts towards finding a peaceful resolution," he said.

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"This is really a matter for the Government of India to speak to specifically, and I'd refer you to them for more comment," he added.

Hizbul Mujahideen commander, Burhan Wani. Image Source: hindustantimes.com

Since violence started on Saturday following the death of top Hizbul Mujahideen commander, Burhan Wani, 22, who was killed in a gunfight on Friday along with two of his associates, 30 people including 29 civilian protesters and a policeman have died. (IANS)

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