Cameron Munter US Ambassador to Pakistan said, "We call on all parties to refrain from further violence and work toward a peaceful resolution of differences."

The loss of over 60 lives, including women and children, in the last three days is a tragedy.

The US ambassador ssued a statement saying that the embassy was "deeply concerned about the escalating violence".

"We call on all parties to refrain from further violence and work toward a peaceful resolution of differences," he said.

We extend condolences to the families and friends of the innocent victims, says a press release issued here on Friday.

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