New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday reaffirmed India’s commitment to taking firm and decisive action against terrorism and those supporting it, in response to the brutal Pahalgam attack that claimed 26 lives, including foreign tourists, on April 22.
Speaking at a joint press briefing with Angolan President João Lourenço, PM Modi declared terrorism as the “biggest enemy of humanity,” adding that both leaders were united in their resolve to combat global terrorism. “I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Lourenço and the people of Angola for their solidarity and condolences,” Modi said.
The attack in Pahalgam, carried out by Lashkar-linked terrorists, is one of the deadliest in recent years in Jammu and Kashmir. The Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot, initially claimed responsibility before withdrawing the statement following international condemnation.
In a swift and strong response, India has imposed sweeping punitive measures against Pakistan, including:
A complete ban on the import and transit of all Pakistani goods, effective immediately, as per a notification from the Ministry of Commerce.
A ban on Pakistani-flagged ships from docking at Indian ports, according to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
Suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty.
Downgrading of diplomatic relations and expulsion of military attachés.
Cancellation of all Pakistani visas, including medical visas, and a deadline issued for Pakistani nationals in India to leave the country.
These developments mark a significant escalation in India’s stance on cross-border terrorism, as the country seeks to hold both perpetrators and their enablers accountable.
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