The world community has shown solidarity with India after the Indian Armed Forces carried out ‘Operation Sindoor’ against nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir.
Israel has extended its support to India’s right to defend itself from terrorism. The Ambassador of Israel to India, Reuven Azar, posted on X that Israel supports India’s right to self-defence, and terrorists should know there is no place to hide from their heinous crimes against the innocent.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Maria Zakharova stated that Russia resolutely condemns acts of terrorism, opposes all manifestations of it, and emphasizes the need for global cooperation to effectively combat this evil.
Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi, while reaffirming Japan’s firm stance against terrorism, urged both countries to exercise restraint.
Germany’s Foreign Office issued a statement on X calling for calm. It said that Germany is in contact with both India and Pakistan and is monitoring the situation closely.
Qatar’s Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, spoke with Foreign Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, and reaffirmed Doha’s commitment to helping find a concerted solution through dialogue and peaceful means.
US President Donald Trump expressed hope that the tension would end soon.
UK has urged India and Pakistan to show restraint and engage in direct dialogue to find a swift, diplomatic path forward. In a statement, UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy said UK was clear in its condemnation of the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam last month. He said all sides need to work urgently to see regional stability restored and ensure protection of civilians.
Former Prime Minister of United Kingdom Rishi Sunak has justified the India’sJ strikes against terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. In a social media post, Mr. Sunak said that no nation should have to accept terrorist attacks being launched against it from land controlled by another country. He emphasized that there can be no impunity for terrorists.