‘Brutal Crime Has No Justification: Russian President Putin Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack

Last Updated:April 22, 2025, 22:43 IST

Putin reiterated Russia’s “commitment to further increasing cooperation with Indian partners in fighting terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”

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President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, extended condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deadliest terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. At least 28 people have been killed, including two foreign nationals, and several were injured after terrorists struck a prime tourist location of Pahalgam.

Putin, in his statement, called for punishment for the perpetrators. He reiterated Russia’s “commitment to further increasing cooperation with Indian partners in fighting terrorism in all its forms and manifestations."

“Kindly accept the sincere condolences over the tragic consequences of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, whose victims were civilians — citizens of various countries. This brutal crime has no justification whatsoever. We expect that its organisers and perpetrators will face a deserved punishment," the Russian President said.

He further urged to convey words of sincere sympathy and support to the near and dear ones of the deceased, as well as wished for a speedy recovery of all injured.

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