After mediation offer, US supports direct talks between India and Pakistan
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Sunday, during which Rubio "expressed US support for direct dialogue between India and Pakistan," US Department of State Spokesperson Tammy Bruce said. Rubio also "encouraged continued efforts to improve communications," Tammy added. Earlier, Rubio said he was involved in efforts to mediate India-Pakistan tensions.