New Delhi, April 25: In the wake of the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 innocent lives, international support for India continues to grow. On Friday, ambassadors from Israel, Egypt, Argentina, and Nepal met with External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S. Jaishankar in New Delhi to express solidarity and offer support in India’s ongoing fight against terrorism.
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark, currently on a visit to India, also met Jaishankar and expressed her condolences. “Appreciate her support and solidarity on the Pahalgam terrorist attack,” Jaishankar posted on X, adding that they also discussed cooperation in health and development.
Earlier, Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan. “Discussed the Pahalgam terrorist attack and its cross-border linkages,” he said, pointing to the broader geopolitical implications of the attack.
Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar reaffirmed Israel’s steadfast support against cross-border terrorism, while Egyptian Ambassador Kamel Zayed emphasized Cairo’s commitment to combating terror in partnership with India. Nepal’s Ambassador Shankar Sharma also met Jaishankar, conveying condolences for the death of a Nepali national, Sudip Neupane, in the attack, and reiterating Nepal’s strong solidarity with India.
Jaishankar also welcomed Argentina’s condemnation of the attack during his meeting with Ambassador Mariano Caucino. The two discussed expanding bilateral and multilateral cooperation between India and Argentina.
Meanwhile, global leaders have reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, condemning the attack and offering condolences. India, in response, has launched a series of strong retaliatory diplomatic actions, including suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, expulsion of Pakistani military attaches, closure of the Attari-Wagah border, and cancellation of the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme for Pakistani nationals.
The attack has united global voices against terrorism, while India strengthens its diplomatic resolve.
