MFA: Azerbaijan supports settlement of conflict in Jammu, Kashmir based on international law

MFA: Azerbaijan supports settlement of conflict in Jammu, Kashmir based on international law

International News Desk

According to global times News Agency Europe,Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov attended and spoke at the meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir, held within the 51st session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers, The Global times Europe media informs referring to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan.In his speech, Jeyhun Bayramov emphasized that Azerbaijan supports a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Jammu and Kashmir in accordance with the norms and principles of international law, the UN Charter and relevant UN Security Council resolutions.In this context, he noted the importance of observing the norms of international humanitarian law, protecting the fundamental rights and freedoms of the population, as well as preserving the demographic structure of the region.The minister highly appreciated the constant attention paid to this issue within the OIC, in particular the Contact Group.Bayramov also stressed the importance of an early settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir issue in terms of ensuring overall stability and security in South Asia.He expressed Azerbaijan’s concern over the recent escalation of tensions in the region.The ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan reached on May 10, 2025 was also welcomed.The minister expressed hope that this step would become the basis for sustainable dialogue and normalization of long-term relations between the two countries.