The Pahalgam terror attack has been “strongly condemned” by Iraq, Jordan, Qatar, and the League of Arab States mission in New Delhi.
They showed solidarity with India and extended their sympathies to the victims’ families. On Tuesday, terrorists attacked a tourist hotspot in Pahalgam, South Kashmir, where 26 individuals, the majority of whom were tourists, lost their lives, while several others were wounded.
Global Outpouring of Condolences
Following the fatal attack, many countries and governments sent messages of solidarity and support, Qatar‘s foreign affairs ministry conveyed its condolences on Wednesday to the victim’s families and to the people and government of India.
Qatar Condemns the Pahalgam Attack
“State of Qatar expresses its strong condemnation and denunciation of the attack that took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir which resulted in casualties and injuries. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterates the State of Qatar’s stance against violence, terrorism, and criminal acts, regardless of their motivations and justifications,” it said.
“The Ministry extends its condolences to the families of the victims and to the government and people of the Republic of India, and wishes a swift recovery to the injured,” the statement said.
Iraq Reaffirms Support for India Amidst Pahalgam Attack
Iraq’s ministry of foreign affairs expressed full solidarity with India and strongly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses the Republic of Iraq’s strong condemnation of the heinous attack that occurred in the Pahalgam area of Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of several individuals and impacted hundreds of innocent civilians,” it said.
Iraq’s ministry of foreign affairs expressed full solidarity with India and reaffirmed its strong stance against all forms of terrorism and violence, regardless of motive or justification.
“The Ministry extends its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to the government and people of India, as well as to the families of the victims. It also wishes a swift and full recovery to the injured and hopes for peace and security to prevail in the region,” the ministry said in a statement dated April 23.
Jordan Condemns Violence in Jammu and Kashmir
Jordan’s foreign affairs and expatriates ministry denounced the armed assault on civilians at the Pahalgam resort in Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in many casualties.
Spokesperson Ambassador Sufyan Qudah issued a statement on April 23, where he conveyed the Kingdom’s complete support and solidarity with India in the wake of the tragedy. He also reiterated Jordan’s strong condemnation of all acts of violence and terrorism intended to undermine security and stability.
“Ambassador Qudah extended his deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the government and people of the Republic of India, as well as to the families of the victims. He also wished a swift and full recovery for the injured,” it added.
League of Arab States Extends Sympathy
The League of Arab States’ New Delhi Mission, in a message to external affairs minister S Jaishankar, “strongly condemned” the “heinous attack” in Pahalgam.
The mission offered its deepest condolences on the tragic terrorist attack, which killed several innocent civilians and left many others injured.
“The League of Arab States expresses its strong condemnation of this heinous attack and, in this moment of grief, conveys my deepest sympathy to the Government and people of India and the bereaved family members. Please accept, Excellency, my wishes for a swift recovery for the injured,” reads the letter dated April 23.
