NEW DELHI: At least 28 tourists lost their lives and several others were wounded in a deadly terrorist attack near the popular hill town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.
Terrorists opened fire on civilians in a meadow near Baisaran, making it the worst assault on tourists in the region since the insurgency began in the 1990s. The Resistance Front, a proxy of the ISI-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility for the attack.
The incident came as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on a state visit to Saudi Arabia and US Vice President J D Vance was touring India.
The brutality of the attack drew strong condemnation and solidarity from world leaders.
US President Donald Trump, in a post on Truth Social, called it “deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir.” He said, “The United States stands strong with India against Terrorism. We pray for the souls of those lost, and for the recovery of the injured. Prime Minister Modi, and the incredible people of India, have our full support and deepest sympathies.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a communication addressed to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed grief over the “brutal crime” and said it had no justification.
He conveyed sincere condolences to the families of victims from “various countries” and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. “The perpetrators will face deserved punishment,” he said, while affirming Russia’s commitment to boosting cooperation with India against terrorism in all its forms.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she was “deeply saddened” by the incident and extended her solidarity to the affected families, the injured, the Government of India, and its people.
US Vice President J D Vance, who is currently on a visit to India, wrote on X, “Usha and I extend our condolences to the victims of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India.” Indian-origin US entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy also offered his condolences to the bereaved families. “This was a horrific attack. We extend our condolences to the families of those who died & our prayers for those who were injured to recover quickly,” he said on X.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the attack as “utterly devastating” and extended his thoughts to the victims, their families, and the people of India in a message shared on X.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack against tourists and said, “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the people of India.” Danish PM Mette Frederiksen also expressed support and said Denmark “strongly condemns all acts of terrorism.”
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen strongly condemned the incident and reaffirmed Denmark’s support to India. In a statement shared on X, Frederiksen called it “terrible news from Pahalgam” and said, “Denmark stands with India and strongly condemns all acts of terrorism. Our condolences to the victims of the attack and their families and loved ones.”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen offered her condolences to Prime Minister Modi and said, “India’s spirit is unbreakable… Europe will stand with you.”
Australian PM Anthony Albanese called the attack “shocking,” and said there is “no justification for this violence.” Foreign minister Penny Wong echoed the sentiment, saying her thoughts were with the affected.
President of Guyana, Irfaan Ali, called the attack a “tragic reminder of the devastating impact of extremism” and added, “Violence is never a solution.”
Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar also joined the chorus of condemnation. “Deeply saddened by the heinous terror attack on tourists in #Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. Israel stands united with India in the fight against terror,” he posted on X.
New Zealand’s foreign minister Winston Peters assured India of support and solidarity, while Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stressed that Estonia stood against “all forms of terrorism & violence against innocent civilians.”
The UAE’s Ambassador to India Abdulnasser Alshaali said, “My most sincere condolences to the victims… I pray for the swift and full recovery of the injured.”
The Cyprus foreign ministry described the attack as “heinous” and extended full solidarity with India.
Ukraine’s embassy in India condemned the attack and demanded accountability for the perpetrators.
Sri Lanka’s foreign ministry said it stood in “firm solidarity with the Government and people of India,” condemning the assault in strong terms.
Meanwhile, Union home minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security meeting in Srinagar following the attack, attended by LG Manoj Sinha and senior officials. Candle marches were held across the region in protest.
Both Prime Minister Modi and finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman cut short their foreign engagements in the wake of the incident. Security forces have launched a massive search operation in Pahalgam’s Baisaran area to trace those behind the assault.
Terrorists opened fire on civilians in a meadow near Baisaran, making it the worst assault on tourists in the region since the insurgency began in the 1990s. The Resistance Front, a proxy of the ISI-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility for the attack.
The incident came as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on a state visit to Saudi Arabia and US Vice President J D Vance was touring India.
The brutality of the attack drew strong condemnation and solidarity from world leaders.
US President Donald Trump, in a post on Truth Social, called it “deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir.” He said, “The United States stands strong with India against Terrorism. We pray for the souls of those lost, and for the recovery of the injured. Prime Minister Modi, and the incredible people of India, have our full support and deepest sympathies.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a communication addressed to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed grief over the “brutal crime” and said it had no justification.
He conveyed sincere condolences to the families of victims from “various countries” and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. “The perpetrators will face deserved punishment,” he said, while affirming Russia’s commitment to boosting cooperation with India against terrorism in all its forms.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she was “deeply saddened” by the incident and extended her solidarity to the affected families, the injured, the Government of India, and its people.
US Vice President J D Vance, who is currently on a visit to India, wrote on X, “Usha and I extend our condolences to the victims of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India.” Indian-origin US entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy also offered his condolences to the bereaved families. “This was a horrific attack. We extend our condolences to the families of those who died & our prayers for those who were injured to recover quickly,” he said on X.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the attack as “utterly devastating” and extended his thoughts to the victims, their families, and the people of India in a message shared on X.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack against tourists and said, “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the people of India.” Danish PM Mette Frederiksen also expressed support and said Denmark “strongly condemns all acts of terrorism.”
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen strongly condemned the incident and reaffirmed Denmark’s support to India. In a statement shared on X, Frederiksen called it “terrible news from Pahalgam” and said, “Denmark stands with India and strongly condemns all acts of terrorism. Our condolences to the victims of the attack and their families and loved ones.”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen offered her condolences to Prime Minister Modi and said, “India’s spirit is unbreakable… Europe will stand with you.”
Australian PM Anthony Albanese called the attack “shocking,” and said there is “no justification for this violence.” Foreign minister Penny Wong echoed the sentiment, saying her thoughts were with the affected.
President of Guyana, Irfaan Ali, called the attack a “tragic reminder of the devastating impact of extremism” and added, “Violence is never a solution.”
Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar also joined the chorus of condemnation. “Deeply saddened by the heinous terror attack on tourists in #Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. Israel stands united with India in the fight against terror,” he posted on X.
New Zealand’s foreign minister Winston Peters assured India of support and solidarity, while Estonia’s Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna stressed that Estonia stood against “all forms of terrorism & violence against innocent civilians.”
The UAE’s Ambassador to India Abdulnasser Alshaali said, “My most sincere condolences to the victims… I pray for the swift and full recovery of the injured.”
The Cyprus foreign ministry described the attack as “heinous” and extended full solidarity with India.
Ukraine’s embassy in India condemned the attack and demanded accountability for the perpetrators.
Sri Lanka’s foreign ministry said it stood in “firm solidarity with the Government and people of India,” condemning the assault in strong terms.
Meanwhile, Union home minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security meeting in Srinagar following the attack, attended by LG Manoj Sinha and senior officials. Candle marches were held across the region in protest.
Both Prime Minister Modi and finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman cut short their foreign engagements in the wake of the incident. Security forces have launched a massive search operation in Pahalgam’s Baisaran area to trace those behind the assault.
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