The terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, has drawn widespread condemnation from India’s neighboring countries. Here’s an overview of their reactions:​

Pakistan has denied involvement in the attack. Defense Minister Khawaja Asif stated that the country had no connection to the incident and rejected any insinuations linking Pakistan to the attack without an investigation. The Foreign Office expressed concern over the loss of tourist lives in Anantnag district, offering condolences to the victims’ families and wishing the injured a speedy recovery.

Bangladesh strongly condemned the terror attack, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of innocent lives. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended condolences to the victims’ families and reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism globally.

Nepal condemned the attack and expressed solidarity with India. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba both condemned the terrorist act, with Deuba confirming the verification of reports regarding the possible loss of Nepali nationals in the incident.

China expressed shock over the attack and extended sincere sympathies to the victims and their families. The Chinese government condemned the act of violence and reiterated its commitment to fighting terrorism.

Sri Lanka condemned the terrorist attack, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives. The Sri Lankan President extended condolences to the victims’ families and reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s support to India in combating terrorism.

The international community has widely condemned the attack. Countries including the United States, Russia, France, Italy, Israel, and the United Arab Emirates have expressed their condemnation of the attack. The United Nations Secretary-General also condemned the act, emphasizing the need for a collective response to combat terrorism. ​

In response to the attack, India has initiated a major manhunt for the perpetrators and summoned Pakistan’s High Commission’s Charge d’affaires to express its concerns. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh assured that those responsible for the attack would face a strong response.

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