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A devastating terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, claimed at least 26 lives and injured several others, prompting widespread condemnation from world leaders. The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy for the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility for the attack, one of the deadliest civilian attacks in Kashmir in recent years. Leaders from across the globe expressed solidarity with India, offering condolences and support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian people.
Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep sorrow over the attack, reaffirming Israel’s support for India’s fight against terrorism.
“My dear friend @narendramodi, I am deeply saddened by the barbaric terrorist attack in #Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, that killed and injured dozens of innocents. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims & their families. Israel stands with India in its fight against terrorism.”
— Posted by @IsraelPM on X, April 22, 2025
Italy
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the attack and extended solidarity to the affected families and the Indian government.
“Deeply saddened by the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. My thoughts are with the victims, their families, the injured, and the Indian people. Italy stands with India.”
— Posted by @GiorgiaMeloni on X, April 22, 2025
France
French President Emmanuel Macron denounced the attack and offered condolences to the victims’ families.
“A heinous attack has struck India, claiming dozens of lives. France shares the sorrow of the victims’ families, to whom I extend my heartfelt condolences. We stand with India.”
— Posted by @EmmanuelMacron on X, April 22, 2025
China
China’s Foreign Ministry expressed sympathy for the victims and condemned the attack.
“We mourn the victims of the Pahalgam attack and offer sincere sympathies to their families and the injured. China strongly condemns this terrorist act.”
— Statement by Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, reported by Xinhua, April 23, 2025
Australia
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the attack horrific and unjustifiable.
“Shocked by the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. There is no justification for this violence. Australia condemns it and extends heartfelt condolences to those affected.”
— Posted by @AlboMP on X, April 22, 2025
United Kingdom
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the attack as “utterly devastating.”
“The horrific terrorist attack in Kashmir is heartbreaking. My thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the people of India.”
— Posted by @Keir_Starmer on X, April 22, 2025
United States
US President Donald Trump, in a call with PM Modi, condemned the attack and pledged support to bring the perpetrators to justice.
“Deeply disturbing news from Kashmir. The US stands with India against terrorism. We pray for the souls lost and the recovery of the injured. PM Modi and India have our full support.”
— Posted by @realDonaldTrump on Truth Social, April 22, 2025
Additionally, Vice President J.D. Vance, who was in India during the attack, expressed condolences.
“Usha and I are heartbroken by the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Our prayers are with the victims and the people of India.”
— Posted by @JDVance on X, April 22, 2025
Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and PM Modi, calling the attack a “brutal crime.”
“We condemn the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Russia extends sincere condolences to the victims’ families and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured. We remain committed to fighting terrorism with India.”
— Kremlin statement, April 23, 2025
Germany
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz labeled the attack “cowardly.”
“The terrorist attack in Pahalgam is reprehensible. Our thoughts are with the victims’ families and the people of India. We wish the injured a speedy recovery.”
— Posted by @Bundeskanzler on X, April 22, 2025
Mauritius
Former Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth condemned the attack and expressed solidarity.
“Deeply shocked by the heinous attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the bereaved and the people of India.”
— Posted by @PJJugnauth on X, April 22, 2025
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Ministry condemned the attack and reiterated its commitment to regional security.
“Sri Lanka condemns the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. We extend condolences to the victims’ families and wish a speedy recovery to the injured. We stand with India against terrorism.”
— Posted by @SLForeign on X, April 22, 2025
European Union
EU High Representative Kaja Kallas and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen both condemned the attack.
“I condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The EU stands with India against terrorism. Deep condolences to the victims and their families.”
— Posted by @KajaKallas on X, April 22, 2025
“My deepest condolences to PM Modi and the Indian people. India’s spirit is unbreakable, and Europe stands with you.”
— Posted by @vonderleyen on X, April 22, 2025
United Arab Emirates
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a strong condemnation.
“The UAE condemns the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and rejects all forms of violence. We offer condolences to India and wish a speedy recovery to the injured.”
— UAE Ministry statement, April 23, 2025
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed solidarity with India during PM Modi’s visit, which was cut short due to the attack.
“Saudi Arabia stands with India in this time of grief and condemns the terrorist attack in Kashmir. We offer our full support.”
— Statement reported by Saudi Press Agency, April 23, 2025
Iran
Iran’s government extended condolences and condemned the attack.
“We offer heartfelt condolences to India and the victims’ families of the Pahalgam attack. Iran wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.”
— Iranian Foreign Ministry statement, April 23, 2025
Pakistan
Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry expressed concern and offered condolences.
“We are concerned at the loss of lives in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistan extends condolences to the families of the deceased and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.”
— Pakistan Foreign Ministry statement, April 23, 2025
Denmark
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen condemned the attack and expressed solidarity.
“Terrible news from Pahalgam. Denmark condemns terrorism and stands with India. Our condolences to the victims and their families.”
— Posted by @MetteFrederiksen on X, April 22, 2025
Nepal
Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli condemned the attack and noted efforts to verify if a Nepali national was among the victims.
“Deepest condolences for the Pahalgam attack. Nepal stands with India and condemns terrorism. We are verifying reports of a Nepali victim and will provide assistance.”
— Posted by @KPSharmaOli on X, April 22, 2025
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