WEBDESK: The United Kingdom has joined the United States in warning its citizens against traveling to parts of South Asia due to growing tensions between India and Pakistan. The UK issues travel advisory on Sunday, urging British nationals to avoid areas near the India-Pakistan border and most regions of Jammu and Kashmir.
This move came after a deadly attack (Pahalgam incident) in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed at least 26 people, including tourists. In response, India blamed Pakistan-based groups for the violence. Pakistan strongly denied the allegations and called for an independent investigation.
The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) warned British nationals against travelling to areas within 10 kilometers of the India-Pakistan border, citing deteriorating security conditions.
The advisory also noted that the Wagah-Attari border crossing has been closed, affecting cross-border movement.
Travel to Jammu and Kashmir – including Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Pahalgam, and the Jammu-Srinagar highway – has been discouraged, with exceptions made only for air travel to and from the city of Jammu and internal travel within Jammu and Ladakh.
The UK issues travel advisory not only due to the attack but also because of the rising military presence and tensions along the border. With increased airspace restrictions and suspended trade between the two nations, foreign governments are urging caution.
The UK issues travel advisory alongside other countries who have also warned their citizens. Germany, France, and Canada have echoed similar concerns. Airlines such as Lufthansa and Air France have rerouted their flights to avoid Pakistani airspace, causing delays and higher costs.
The Foreign Office stressed that the situation could change quickly and advised British citizens already in the area to stay alert and follow updates. As UK issues travel advisory once more, it highlights how serious the current conflict has become.
