Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said that war with India is not an option, as it would only worsen the conflict between the two countries. During a meeting with President Mamnoon Hussain on Thursday, Sharif said he wished to resolve all outstanding issues with India through dialogue, The Nation reported, quoting a senior government official. According to the report, "LoC violations by India" were also discussed.

Sharif also said his government desired friendly relations with India, all its neighbours and the world at large for sustainable development. He added that the United States and other world powers wanted a dialogue between India and Pakistan, but alleged it was New Delhi which was not cooperating, according to the official.