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Times of Oman
3 days ago
- Politics
- Times of Oman
Indian delegation in Germany engages with lawmakers, think-tanks to highlight India's zero-tolerance stand on terrorism
Berlin: The all-party delegation led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad to Germany met senior representatives from German Government, Parliament (Bundestag) and Think-Tanks to convey India's principled position of 'Zero-Tolerance against Terrorism' and its strategy to tackle cross-border terrorism, especially in light of the dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam, the Indian Embassy in Germany said in a statement on Friday. "During its first day of engagements in Berlin, the All-Party Parliamentary Delegation, led by Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad, Hon'ble Member of Parliament & former Union Minister, met with senior representatives from German Government, Parliament (Bundestag) and Think-Tanks to convey India's principled position of 'Zero-Tolerance against Terrorism' and its strategy to tackle cross-border terrorism, especially in light of the dastardly terror attack in Pahalgam. The delegation also briefed the German counterparts and interlocutors about Operation Sindoor - India's firm, precise, targeted and non-escalatory response to the terror attack", the statement said. As per the statement, the delegation called on Johann Wadephul, Foreign Minister of Federal Republic of Germany. Recalling his recent interaction with Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar, Wadephul reiterated Germany's strong support for India's fight against terrorism and the right of every nation to defend itself from such terror attacks. The statement observed that the delegation deeply appreciated Germany's strong condemnation of the Pahalgam terror attack and expression of solidarity with India. The delegation also emphasized the need to hold the perpetrators of terrorist acts accountable and called for multi-lateral cooperation in this regard. The delegation called on Omid Nouripour, Vice President of the German Parliament (Bundestag) and outlined the three salient features of India's policy in dealing with terrorism- Zero tolerance, not giving in to nuclear blackmail and resolving the issues with Pakistan bilaterally. The delegation emphasised that terrorism is a global threat and must be met with a unified international response. The delegation also met with Armin Laschet, Chairman of Foreign Affairs Committee of Bundestag, Ralph Brinkhaus, Member of Bundestag (MdB) and Hubertus Heil, MdB. The delegation conveyed their appreciation for prompt expression of condolences for victims of the terror attack by Germany's top political leadership. They highlighted that the attack was designed to disrupt the booming tourism economy of Jammu & Kashmir and to sow seeds of communal tension in India, as per the official statement. It further observed that during their interaction, the delegation emphasised that Operation Sindoor received support from across the spectrum in India and conveyed India's united stance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. The delegation interacted with senior members of German Parliament (Bundestag) active in the fields of foreign policy and international affairs and a leading think-tank in Germany, the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS). Ending the day's engagements, the delegation also had an interaction with representatives from leading German think-tanks and eminent personalities at a reception hosted by Ambassador of India to Germany, Ajit Gupte, the statement read. Notably, during the interactions, the delegation highlighted the measured, precise, responsible and non-escalatory nature of the steps taken by India in response to the terrorist attack. They emphasised that nuclear blackmail should not be allowed as a cover for terrorism and discussed India's strategy against cross-border terrorism in future. German interlocutors expressed support for India's stance, with a shared recognition of the urgent need for the international community to come together in the fight against terrorism. Both sides also discussed India-Germany cooperation in the field of Defence, Security and Counter-Terrorism as part of the deepening Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
India Today
23-04-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Who is The Resistance Front (TRF) terror group behind Pahalgam terror attack: Explained
The Resistance Front (TRF), a militant group linked to Pakistani terrorist Hafiz Saeed's Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), has claimed responsibility for the recent terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 brutal attack near the picturesque Baisaran Valley, which is frequently called 'mini Switzerland', is one of the most recent and deadliest attacks on civilians in the area, following the dreadful shooting in Pulwama in opened fire on tourists in the popular meadow, killing 26 people in total, two of whom were foreigners from Nepal and the UAE, and two locals. Officials also reported that the perpetrators aimed at tourists who were pony riding, dining at snack bars in the vicinity, or partying in the forest-clad region. Recent reports show that the Indian Army foiled an infiltration bid in Baramulla, killing two terrorists amid an intense firefight. Eyewitnesses reported that the terrorists shot tourists at point-blank range. (File Image) HOW TRF EMERGED AS LASHKAR'S RUTHLESS OFFSHOOTThe Resistance Front (TRF) is an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and came into existence as an online entity following the abrogation of Article 370 and revocation of the special status of J&K in August 2019. Its leadership included Sajid Jatt, Sajjad Gul and Salim Rehmani, all associated with TRF, which is suspected of recruiting youths for terrorist purposes online, is also infamous for smuggling narcotics and weapons as well as for the illegal Cross Border Terrorism (CBT), which involves terrorists infiltrating into Jammu and Kashmir from TRF, which stands for The Resistance Front, is said to have been involved in multiple attacks, including the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Sheikh Sajjad Gul, a commander within the TRF, was brought under the sanction of terror under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) of 1967. The act permits the government to declare an individual a terrorist without going to TRF has carried out several attacks against civilians, members of the security forces, as well as political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir. It is believed the militant organisation is maintained by the state of Pakistan, particularly by its ISI (Inter State Intelligence).Below is the first image of the terrorist involved in the ruthless attack. First image of the terrorist behind the attack (File Image) CENTRE SWINGS INTO ACTION AS AMIT SHAH LANDS IN KASHMIRIn January 2023, the Government of India labelled TRF as a terrorist group under UAPA. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) also placed Sheikh Sajjad Gul on their wanted list, offering a bounty for his capture, which speaks volumes of the menace posed by the group to the stability of the Tuesday evening, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached Srinagar to review the security conditions in Kashmir after the unfortunate incident in was received at the airport and subsequently proceeded to Raj Bhavan where he is going to hold a high-level security meeting. Shah is also likely to make an appearance in Pahalgam on Wednesday. The woman, a survivor of Pahalgam terror attack, recalled the moment gunman shot at her husband. (Screengrab) (File Image) WORLD LEADERS RESPONDUS President Donald Trump called the attack 'deeply disturbing' and expressed strong support for India. Trump wrote. He extended full support and sympathies to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of Vice President JD Vance, currently in India with his family, also expressed Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman conveyed his condolences, stating that Saudi Arabia stands with India and is ready to offer any needed President Vladimir Putin condemned the attack as a 'brutal crime' and called for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also expressed her leaders such as Ukraine, Germany, France, Sri Lanka, Iran, the UAE, Israel, and the United Kingdom have also condemned the terror act.
