Russian President Vladimir Putin Condemns Pahalgam Terrorist Attack, Offers Support To India

Mumbai, April 22: Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended heartfelt condolences to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the devastating terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. The attack, which took place near Baisaran meadow, claimed the lives of at least 27 tourists, including two foreigners, and left over a dozen injured.

In a message addressed to Indian leaders, President Putin said, “Kindly accept the sincere condolences over the tragic consequences of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, whose victims were civilians — citizens of various countries. This brutal crime has no justification whatsoever.”

President of Russia Vladimir Putin extended condolences to President of India Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi over the tragic consequences of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.

He said, " Esteemed Mrs President, Esteemed Mr Prime…

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Putin emphasised the need for justice, expressing hope that the perpetrators and masterminds of the attack will be brought to account. He also reaffirmed Russia’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with India in combating terrorism “in all its forms and manifestations.”

Pahalgam Terror Attack: 27 killed, 12 injured. Home Minister Amit Shah leaving for Srinagar, Kashmir shortly. https://t.co/4uaDe9xK5D

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) April 22, 2025

The attack occurred when 2–3 terrorists disguised in army uniforms opened fire on crowds of tourists enjoying the scenic valley. The incident shocked the nation and drew swift condemnation from global leaders.

Pahalgam attack: 12 tourists injured. 1 dead. Casualties likely to rise.

Eyewitness says terrorist checked religion (Non-Muslim) before shooting.

PM calls HM Amit Shah and asks him to take immediate measures including visit to site. Urgent meeting called at HM residence pic.twitter.com/lITGOfhs2A

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Putin concluded his message by offering sympathies to the families of the deceased and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. The Russian President joins a growing list of international voices standing in solidarity with India in the wake of this tragedy.

Twenty-six tourists were killed in an attack on them in Pahalgam, south of Kashmir.

A video shows a tourist walking in Pahalgam’s Baisaran area while gunshots and screams are heard. #Pahalgam pic.twitter.com/Vv0LexV0gG

— Ieshan Wani (@Ieshan_W) April 22, 2025

VIDEO | Pahalgam terror attack: Here's what a local, Gulzar Ahmad, said:

"We were standing in the stand, and customers had gone to the upper side. At around 2:45 pm, people started running around. When we asked, we found that a gunshot had been fired... We immediately started… pic.twitter.com/fTrCPQkbPM

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 22, 2025

He said, " Esteemed Mrs President, Esteemed Mr Prime Minister, Kindly accept the sincere condolences over the tragic consequences of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, whose victims were civilians — citizens of various countries. This brutal crime has no justification whatsoever. We expect that its organisers and perpetrators will face deserved punishment. I would like to reiterate our commitment to further increasing cooperation with Indian partners in fighting terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Please convey words of sincere sympathy and support to the near and dear ones of the deceased, as well as wishes for a speedy recovery of all injured."