The Arab world has strongly condemned the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, with leaders from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Jordan, and the broader League of Arab States offering condolences and reaffirming their commitment to combating terrorism.
In a united and unequivocal response to the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which occurred on Tuesday, Arab countries and international bodies have strongly condemned the violent act and expressed their solidarity with the victims and the Indian government. The attack, which targeted tourists in the popular Pahalgam resort area, resulted in the tragic loss of over 25 lives, with many others injured.
The Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, extended heartfelt condolences to President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday, offering sympathy for the victims and wishing a speedy recovery for the injured. His statement emphasized Kuwait’s commitment to combating violence and terror in all its forms. Similarly, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its stance against all forms of violence, extremism, and attacks on civilians. The Kingdom expressed its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the government of India.
During a recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Saudi leadership jointly condemned the attack, emphasizing that there can be no justification for terrorism. A statement issued by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs echoed this sentiment, with both sides agreeing that terrorism poses one of the gravest threats to humanity. The Indian and Saudi leaders condemned the attack, rejecting any attempt to link terrorism with race, religion, or culture.
The League of Arab States also expressed its strong condemnation of the attack in a letter to Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, conveying deep sympathy to the government and people of India. The League extended its condolences to the bereaved families and wished for the swift recovery of the injured. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a similar statement, expressing strong condemnation of the attack and reaffirming its rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism aimed at destabilizing peace and security.
Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs also joined the international chorus of condemnation, reiterating Qatar’s firm stance against violence and terrorism, regardless of the motivations behind the attack. The Ministry conveyed condolences to the victims’ families, the Indian government, and wished a speedy recovery for the injured. The international community’s collective response highlighted the urgency of addressing the growing threat of terrorism and ensuring that those responsible for such heinous acts are brought to justice.
In addition to these condemnations, Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed full solidarity with India, condemning the attack and offering condolences to the families of the victims. The Iraqi government reiterated its unwavering stance against terrorism and violence, regardless of the motive. Iraq’s statement also included well-wishes for the swift recovery of the injured and hoped for lasting peace and security in the region.
Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates also condemned the attack, expressing the Kingdom’s full support and solidarity with India in this time of tragedy. Jordan reaffirmed its rejection of terrorism and violent extremism, emphasizing the need for security and stability. The Kingdom’s spokesperson extended heartfelt sympathies to the Indian people and the families affected by the attack, wishing for a full recovery for the injured.
The Muslim World League (MWL), a significant global Islamic body, also condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, calling it “heinous” and expressing its strong rejection of all forms of terrorism and violence. The MWL emphasized that terrorism must never be linked to any religion or culture, reaffirming the stance of the Islamic world against such acts of extremism. The League expressed condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery for the injured.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas condemned the “heinous act” that killed and injured numerous civilians. In a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Abbas expressed sorrow over the tragic incident and reaffirmed Palestine’s support for India’s security and stability.
“We strongly condemn this criminal act and extend our heartfelt condolences to you, the Indian people, and the victims’ families,” the letter stated. Abbas also wished for a swift recovery for the injured and prayed for peace and prosperity for India.
The joint statement from Saudi Arabia and India on combating terrorism also garnered attention from the international community. The statement emphasized the importance of Saudi-Indian cooperation in fighting terrorism, its financing, and cross-border terrorism. It advocated for dismantling the terrorist infrastructure and bringing the perpetrators to justice.
The Pahalgam terror attack is one of the most devastating attacks since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, marking a grim moment in the ongoing conflict in Jammu and Kashmir. In response, Indian security forces have launched extensive search operations in the region to track down those responsible for the attack.
