After the heinous terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that left 26 dead, world leaders have strongly condemned the violence and expressed full support to India, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

The attack occurred on April 22 in the scenic Baisaran meadows, where terrorists targeted and shot innocent sightseers. Victims were reportedly singled out based on religion before being killed. Among the deceased were a Nepali national and a local Muslim ponywalla.

In the aftermath, India has taken diplomatic and strategic measures against Pakistan, which has been accused of supporting terrorism in the region.

Global Reactions:

• US President Donald Trump called Prime Minister Narendra Modi, condemning the terror attack and pledging full support to India in bringing the perpetrators to justice.
• Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extended condolences and reaffirmed support in combating terrorism.
• Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli condemned the attack and offered condolences, particularly noting the death of a Nepali national.
• Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navin Ramgoolam described the killings as “senseless” and assured solidarity with India.
• US Vice President J.D. Vance echoed strong condemnation and offered assistance in the fight against terrorism.
• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed solidarity and support during his call with PM Modi.
• King Abdullah II of Jordan emphasized that terrorism must be rejected in all forms, offering his deep condolences.
• Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba stated that terrorism poses a grave threat to humanity and called for democratic nations to unite.
• French President Emmanuel Macron said such barbarism is “totally unacceptable” and extended full support.
• Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni condemned the terror attack and committed to enhanced cooperation in fighting terrorism.
• Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Elsisi assured India of Egypt’s solidarity against terrorism.
• Netherlands Prime Minister Dick Schoof condemned the attack and emphasized global cooperation against terrorism.
• UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the attack as “barbaric” and stood in solidarity with India.
• Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake reaffirmed commitment to fighting terrorism alongside India.
• UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan condemned the attack and expressed full support.
• Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian conveyed his condolences and emphasized unity against terrorism.

Prime Minister Modi thanked the leaders for their solidarity and reiterated India’s resolve to decisively act against terrorism and its supporters.