In a terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pelgam at least 26 people, the majority of them tourists have been killed the attack, Which took place in Basaran Meadows of Pelgam has left the nation in shock. Let’s take a closer look at the details of the attack and the reactions from leaders worldwide us President Donald Trump expressed his full support for India, on a post on Truth Social he said and I quote “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 Modi and the incredible people of India have our full support and deepest sympathies our hearts are with you”
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences in message to both President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi putin’s message read and I quote “This brutal crime has no justification whatsoever we expect that its organizers and perpetrators will face a deserved punishment.” He further stated “I would like o reiterate our commitment to further increasing cooperation with Indian partners in fighting terrorism in all its forms and manifestations 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 for all injured.”
US Vice President JD Vance also shared his sympathies on Twitter he wrote and I quote “Oshsha and I extend our condolences to the victims of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahelgam 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.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a visit to Saudi Arabia held a telephonic conversation with Union Home Minister Amit Sha and asked him to take suitable measures later in the day Sha arrived in Shinagar to assess the situation and take charge of the response jammu and Kashmir’s chief minister, Omar Abdullah described the attack as much larger than anything, we have seen directed at civilians, in recent years.
The attack occurred on Tuesday at Basaran a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anandag district which can only be reached by foot or pony rides eyewitnesses report that a group of tourists from multiple states including Karnataka Maharashtra and Gujarat were enjoying the meadow when terrorists opened fire as the region deals with aftermath investigations continue and security forces have launched a manhunt to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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