Undated, Feb 15 (UNI) The world on Friday condemned the ghastly terror attack in south Kashmir's Pulwama carried out by Pakistan-based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) on Thursday and extended their support to India in combating the menace of terrorism.
The US Department of State has condemned in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir and said Washington is "resolutely committed" to working with the Indian government to combat terrorism in all its forms.
"The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack today on an Indian Central Reserve Police Force convoy in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. We extend our deepest condolences to the victims and their families, and wish a speedy recovery to those injured," Robert Palladino, Deputy Spokesperson said in a statement.
Russia President Vladimir Putin condemned the terror attack at Pulwama in Jammu and Kashmir and asserted that "perpetrators and sponsors" of this attack should be punished.
In a condolence message to President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Russian President said, "Please accept my sincere condolences" for the attack and said "we strongly condemn this brutal crime".
"I would like to confirm the readiness for further strengthening of counter terrorism operation with our Indian partners," he said.
"Russia shares the grief of the friendly people of India and hopes for the speedy recovery of the injured," Mr Putin wrote.
France’s Ambassador to India Alexandre Ziegler reiterated that France would collaborate with India in its fight against terrorism.
“France most firmly condemns the heinous attack perpetrated in Jammu and Kashmir. Our thoughts go out to the families of the fallen soldiers. France has always been and always will be by Indias side in the fight against terrorism in all its forms,” he tweeted.
Chinese State Councilor and FM WangYi has written to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj condemning the Pulwama attack and expressed deep sympathy to families of the victims and the injured, ANI quotes Chinese Envoy to India Luo Zhaohui as saying. “They stressed that China resolutely opposes and strongly condemns all forms of terrorism,“ Mr. Luo adds.
“Horrible terror attack on a police convoy in the Indian State of #Jammu&Kashmir: at least 40 police personnel reportedly killed, many injured. We condemn terrorism in all its forms. Germany stands by its strategic partner #India,” German foreign ministry wrote on the micro-blogging site.
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison tweeted to condemn the heinous terrorist attack on an Indian police convoy in Jammu and Kashmir. "We convey our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, and all those injured. Our thoughts are with my friend Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian people".
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe also tweeted saying - "I strongly condemn the brutal terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pulwama district — the worst ever terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir since 1989. I express my condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the families of police officers who lost their lives".
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina wrote a letter to Prime Minister Modi and said: "Bangladesh remains steadfast in its commitment against terrorism of all forms and maintains a zero-tolerance policy against any kind of terrorist activities. We would continue to work and cooperate with international community including India to eradicate menace of terrorism".
"The Govt of Afghanistan expresses its condolences and sympathy with the people and the government of the friendly country of India due to the loss of 40 personnel and once again stresses the need for solidarity and closer cooperation of countries in the fight against this common enemy," spokesperson and Director General of Communication - Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Afghanistan Sibghatullah Ahmadi said.
Bhutan Foreign Minister Tandi Dorji said he was "shocked and saddened" to hear of the dastardly terrorist attack in Kashmir, which has resulted in the loss of precious human lives.
"We strongly condemn this heinous attack and express our solidarity with the families of the victims, and the people and Government of India. Hope the perpetrators will be brought to justice," he tweeted.
Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid also took to the micro blogging site and wrote "Strongly condemn the suicide terrorist attack on the convoy carrying Indian security forces in Jammu and Kashmir. I extend my prayers and condolences to the bereaved families of the dead and injured".
Pakistan said the terrorist attack was “a matter of grave concern” even as it strongly rejected Indian media and government’s allegations of the country’s link to the strike “without” probe.
The Pakistan government said in a statement that Pakistan had “always condemned acts of violence” anywhere in the world. “We strongly reject any insinuation by elements in the Indian media and government that seek to link the attack to Pakistan without investigations,” it said.
Saudi Arabia on Friday denounced the attack by the Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district.The Kingdom strongly condemns and denounces “these cowardly terrorist acts and stands with India against terrorism and extremism”, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs was cited as saying by the Saudi Press Agency.
“Saudi Arabia offers condolences to the Indian government, families of the victims and wishes the injured a speedy recovery,” the Ministry said.
The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said - 'The UAE stands in solidarity with the government and people of India in their fight against violence and extremism".
The statement called on the international community to unify efforts in confronting extremism and terrorism that pose a threat to global security and stability.
UN Spokesperson for Secretary General António Guterres condemned the terror attack and called for those behind the attack to be brought to justice.
"We strongly condemn today's attack in Jammu and Kashmir in Pulwama district and express our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and Indian government and people of India. We wish a speedy recovery to those injured and call for those behind the attack to be brought to justice,"a UN Spokesperson for Secretary General António Guterres said.
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