Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 07:01am on 23 Apr 2025,Wednesday India Global
On April 22, 2025, a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed 26 lives, predominantly tourists, and injured several others. The Resistance Front (TRF), linked to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. Pakistan expressed concern over the loss of lives, while China condemned the attack, expressing shock and extending condolences. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi curtailed his Saudi Arabia visit, returning to Delhi, and convened a high-level security meeting. Authorities suspect the attackers infiltrated from Kishtwar, reaching Baisaran via Kokernag. The incident has intensified regional tensions, with international reactions highlighting the gravity of the situation. (PC: Daily Excelsior & India TV News)
