U.S. regrets Prithvi tests

WASHINGTON, JUNE 17. The United States has criticised India for conducting tests of its Prithvi missile, warning that it could increase tensions in South Asia.

The State Department reaction came as U.S. diplomats resumed security discussions with Pakistan, which had been stalled for more than a year. ``We regret the Indian Government's decision to proceed with this test,'' the State Department spokesman, Mr. Richard Boucher, said on Friday. ``We have long urged countries developing missile systems, including India and others, to exercise restraint.''

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