22-04-2025
‘Brutal crime': Putin condemns Pahalgam attack, reaffirms support to India in ‘fighting terrorism'
Russian President Vladimir Putin extended condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed 26 lives.
In his message, Putin said the attack, which claimed the lives of civilians from various countries, was a 'brutal crime' with 'no justification whatsoever.' He expressed hope that the perpetrators 'will face a deserved punishment' and reiterated Russia's commitment to strengthen cooperation with India 'in fighting terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.'
The attack, which claimed at least 26 lives and injured several others, triggered an outpouring of grief and outrage on Tuesday.
The Embassy of Ukraine in India also expressed deep concern over the attack. In a statement, the embassy condemned the attack, adding that Ukraine, which endures the loss of life from terrorism daily, stands firmly against all forms of terrorism.
Ukraine is deeply concerned over the attack on tourists at Pahalgam, J&K, 🇮🇳. We endure the loss of life from terrorism daily and firmly condemn terrorism in all its forms. When innocent people are murdered, it brings unbearable pain. The perpetrators should be held accountable.
— UKR Embassy in India (@UkrembInd) April 22, 2025
'When innocent people are murdered, it brings unbearable pain,' the statement said, stressing that those responsible for this heinous act should be held accountable.
