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EU Stands With India on Pahalgam Attack Anniversary, Condemns Terror

The European Union has expressed solidarity with India on the first anniversary of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. The 2025 attack, carried out by a Pakistan-based militant group, resulted in the murder of 26 tourists who were identified by their religion. In response, Indian armed forces conducted 'Operation Sindoor,' a targeted military action against terror bases. The EU statement condemned terrorism in all its forms, stating it can never be justified.

Key Points: EU Solidarity on Pahalgam Attack Anniversary

  • EU expresses solidarity on attack anniversary
  • Attack killed 26 tourists based on religion
  • Carried out by Pakistan-based terror group
  • India responded with 'Operation Sindoor'
  • Reinforced zero-tolerance policy on terror
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Terror can never be justified: EU expresses solidarity with India on Pahalgam attack anniversary

The European Union expresses solidarity with India, condemning the Pahalgam terror attack on its anniversary and honoring the 26 innocent victims.

"We reiterate our outright condemnation of terrorism in all its forms, which can never be justified. - European Union"

Brussels, April 22

The European Union on Wednesday expressed solidarity with India in remembering the innocent lives lost in the Pahalgam terror attack and reiterated the condemnation of terrorism in all its forms.

India is observing on Wednesday one year of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, in which Pakistan-backed terrorists gunned down 26 innocent tourists after identifying their religion, in one of the most brutal incidents targeting civilians in recent years.

In an official statement, the EU said, "On the commemoration day of the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam, the European Union and its 27 Member States stand in solidarity with the people of India in remembrance of the innocent victims murdered one year ago."

"Together with their families and the Indian authorities, we honour their memory. We reiterate our outright condemnation of terrorism in all its forms, which can never be justified," it added.

The Pahalgam terror attack took place on April 22, 2025, when 26 people were killed in a brutal massacre targeting tourists. The attack was carried out by The Resistance Front, an offshoot of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba.

The attackers singled out victims after asking about their religion, forcing them to recite the Islamic 'kalima' to identify non-Muslims. Among those killed were 25 tourists and one local pony ride operator who tried to save the tourists.

Several victims were newly married, and many were shot at close range in front of their families.

In response to the attack, Indian armed forces launched 'Operation Sindoor' on May 6 and 7, carrying out what officials described as a focused, measured and non-escalatory military action targeting high-value terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir.

'Operation Sindoor' was a significant demonstration of India's military and strategic capability, combining both military and non-military measures.

The operation successfully neutralised terrorist threats, deterred further aggression and reinforced India's zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism while maintaining strategic restraint.

- IANS

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Priya S
Remembering the innocent lives lost. So many young couples, their futures stolen. This kind of hatred, where people are killed for their faith, has no place in humanity. My heart goes out to the families. 🙏
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Rohit P
Solidarity statements are good, but we need concrete action from the international community. Sanctions on state sponsors of terror, freezing assets, more intelligence sharing. Words alone won't stop the next attack.
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Sarah B
As someone who has visited Pahalgam, this news is chilling. It's such a beautiful, peaceful place. Targeting tourists is the lowest form of cowardice. I'm glad India responded firmly with Operation Sindoor.
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Vikram M
The bravery of that local pony ride operator who tried to save tourists should never be forgotten. He represents the true spirit of Kashmiriyat. We must honor all the victims by ensuring such barbarity is never repeated.
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Michael C
While I fully support standing against terrorism, I hope the response always remains measured and focused on the perpetrators, not ordinary people. The article mentions "strategic restraint" which is crucial for long-term stability.
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Ananya R
One year on, and the pain is still fresh. These were common people on holiday. When will our neighbor stop this

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