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Both US President Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance, who is on an official visit to India, condemned the attack, while Russian President Vladimir Putin wrote to President Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi, expressing condolences for the loss of lives and committing to increasing cooperation with India in fighting terrorism.
“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 all!,” said Trump in a post on Truth Social on Tuesday evening.
Meanwhile, the White House said that the President has been briefed by the National Security Advisor on the situation. President Trump will be speaking with Prime Minister Modi as soon as he possibly can to express his heartfelt condolences for those lost, and our prayers are with those injured, and our nation’s support for our ally India, said White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
The attack comes just days after US extradited Tahawwur Rana, accused of plotting 26/11 Mumbai attacks, to India. It was during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to the US in February that Trump had confirmed the extradition of Rana to India.
In a message addressed to the Indian President and PM, the Russian President – who is slated to...