GUWAHATI: World leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have strongly condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed 26 people, mostly tourists. The attack, the deadliest in the Valley since 2019, has drawn swift and widespread international condemnation, with leaders expressing solidarity with India and pledging support in combating terrorism.
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President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and "conveyed his deepest condolences at the loss of innocent lives in the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir," Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X.
"President Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of this heinous attack. India and the United States stand together in the fight against terror," Jaiswal added.
Earlier, Trump wrote on Truth Social, "Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir. 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 (Narendra) Modi, and the incredible people of India, have our full support and deepest sympathies. Our hearts are with you all."
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in communications addressed to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, condemned the "brutal crime" and said its perpetrators would face deserved punishment.
He expressed "sincere condolences over the tragic consequences of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam whose victims were civilians – citizens of various countries," and reiterated Russia’s commitment to strengthening counter-terrorism cooperation with India.
"Please convey words of sincere sympathy and support to the near and dear ones of the deceased, as well as wishes for a speedy recovery of all injured," he added.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his condolences on X, writing, "Deeply saddened by the barbaric terrorist attack that killed and injured dozens of innocents. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Israel stands with India in its fight against terrorism."
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said in a post on X, "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."
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also expressed sorrow, saying she was "deeply saddened" by the attack and conveyed solidarity with the affected families, the injured, the Indian government, and the people of India.
Posting on X, U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance said, "Usha and I extend our condolences to the victims of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India. Over the past few days, we have been overcome with the beauty of this country and its people. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they mourn this horrific attack."
EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas also condemned the attack, "I condemn today’s heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed many innocent lives. Our deep condolences go to the victims, their families, and the people of India. The EU stands firm against terrorism," she posted on X.
The German Foreign Office described the assault as a "brutal attack" and stated there is "no justification for the killing of innocent people."
"Germany stands with India in these difficult hours. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims," it said in a post.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs also issued a strong condemnation, affirming its "permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at undermining security and stability in contravention of international law."
It expressed sincere condolences to the Indian government and people, as well as wishes for the injured to make a speedy recovery.
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs posted, "Sri Lanka strongly condemns the heinous terrorist attack that took place in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir today. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and wish a speedy recovery to those injured. Sri Lanka stands in firm solidarity with the Government and people of India in the fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. We reiterate our unwavering commitment to regional peace and security."
The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), claimed responsibility for the attack after terrorists opened fire at Pahalgam town in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday, April 22.
Prime Minister Modi, who had arrived in Saudi Arabia earlier in the day on a two-day visit, cut short his trip and returned to New Delhi on Tuesday night following the incident.
