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Indo-Pak peace critical for stability in S. Asia, says U.S.

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ANI Karachi

The United States on Thursday stressed the need for both India and Pakistan to work together to defeat terrorists.

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In a press briefing, Mark Toner, the spokesperson for the US State Department said that ties between both the countries are critical to achieve peace and stability in South Asia.

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According to the Dawn, Toner said the US wanted the perpetrators of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, that left 166 people dead, must be held accountable for their crimes.

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He added that US wants India to have stronger counter-terrorism cooperation all the South Asia countries including Pakistan.

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First Published: Oct 08 2015 | 1:51 PM IST

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