World leaders urged the two sides to exercise "restraint" and called for a de-escalation of hostilities. "The world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan," UN Secretary-General António Guterres's spokesman said.

"The Secretary-General is very concerned about the Indian military operations across the Line of Control and international border. He calls for maximum military restraint from both countries. The world cannot afford a military confrontation between India and Pakistan,

Secretary-General Antonio Guterres remains "very concerned" about India's military operation against Pakistan, saying "the world cannot afford a confrontation between the two countries", according to his Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric.