The United States stands strong with India, underlined US President Donald Trump, sending a message of solidarity with India as a terror attack targeting tourists killed 26 in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam. 

“Deeply disturbing news out of Kashmir. The United States stands strong with India against Terrorism. We pray for the souls of those lost, and for the recovery of the injured. Prime Minister Modi, and the incredible people of India, have our full support and deepest sympathies. Our hearts are with you all!” Trump posted on Truth Social.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi decried the “heinous act” in the summer retreat of Pahalgam, pledging the attackers “will be brought to justice”.

Earlier, US Vice President JD Vance, a four-day tour of India with his wife Usha and children, shared condolences with the families of the victims of the “horrific attack”.

“Usha and I extend our condolences to the victims of the devastating terrorist attack in Pahalgam, India,” he posted on X. “Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they mourn this horrific attack.”