Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured United States President Donald Trump that he is resolute in punishing those responsible for the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Tourism continues to be a controversial issue. This discussion comes in the wake of the attack on April 22, which killed 26 tourists. In particular, Modi stressed India’s determination to deliver justice to the perpetrators and their sponsors, further solidifying the country’s position against terrorism.
On their call, President Trump condemned the attack in no uncertain terms. He expressed his deep condolences for the loss of innocent lives. He reiterated the US’ “strong and full support” for India in its battle against terrorism. This cooperation serves as a testament to the ongoing commitment between the two countries to address the common threat terrorism poses.
To prove how serious India is about fighting terrorism, Prime Minister Modi invoked the memory of their last retaliation. He even alluded specifically to the “surgical strikes” that his government carried out following the 2016 terrorist raid in Uri, which killed 17 Indian soldiers. He signaled that more retaliatory moves can be expected, if needed.
“India is determined to bring the perpetrators and backers of this cowardly and heinous terrorist attack to justice” – PM Modi
The Prime Minister’s statements are particularly significant given that India, in recent years, has taken a more militaristic approach with operations like deterring terrorist attacks with surgical strikes. In 2019, the Indian Air Force fighter jets conducted a precision airstrike against a terrorist training camp in Balakot, Pakistan. This strike was a direct retaliation for a suicide bomber attack that had killed 48 Central Reserve Police Force personnel.
President Trump’s outreach reflects a growing concern over terrorism in the region and highlights the importance of international cooperation in addressing such threats. Pledges from both leaders to deepen cooperation against terrorism are a sign that even as both face new and old threats, they will stand together.
As both nations navigate these turbulent waters, the emphasis remains on justice for victims and preventive measures against future attacks. The Indo – US partnership seems to be an imperative now than ever in securing regional stability and security.
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