On the afternoon of April 22, a horrifying terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, left 26 innocent victims, including tourists, children, and newlyweds, dead. The attack, claimed by The Resistance Front, a proxy of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, shocked the world and prompted strong reactions from neighboring nations.
Pakistan expressed concern over the loss of lives but denied any involvement in the attack. Despite Pakistan’s denial, India remains skeptical of its claims. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khwaja Asif dismissed any connection to the incident.
China, offering “sincere sympathies,” condemned the attack and extended condolences to the victims’ families. Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus also expressed deep sorrow, emphasizing his nation’s strong stand against terrorism. Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs joined in, offering condolences and reiterating its commitment to fighting terrorism globally.
Sri Lanka’s President condemned the cowardly attack and reaffirmed solidarity with India. Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli conveyed condolences and expressed solidarity with India, as did Indonesian officials, condemning the attack as “heinous” and offering sympathy to the victims’ families.
Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay also condemned the act, expressing solidarity with India in the fight against terrorism.
This brutal attack has ignited widespread global condemnation, reaffirming international unity against terrorism.