Tel Aviv [Israel], April 22 (ANI): Marking the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar reaffirmed his nation’s solidarity with India, paid tribute to the victims and underlined the shared commitment between the two strategic partners to combat global extremism.
In a post on X, Sa’ar said, “On behalf of the State of Israel, on one year to the Pahalgam terror attack, we honor the memory of the innocent lives lost and stand with their families in grief.” https://x.com/gidonsaar/status/2046831564823126374?s=20
Emphasising a shared commitment to global security, Sa’ar added that Israel remains “resolute and unwavering in its fight against terrorism in all its forms.” He highlighted the strategic partnership between the two countries in addressing extremist threats and maintaining regional order, saying, “Together with India, we will continue to strengthen our cooperation to confront this threat with determination and to advance peace, security, and stability.”
The remembrance comes as India recalls the shock of April 22, 2025, when terrorists struck the tourist town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, killing 26 people. The assailants entered a village and killed civilians in the scenic area; reports said they questioned victims about their religion before killing them. The attack was attributed to Pakistan-backed terrorists.
Following the attack, India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025, targeting terror infrastructure across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). According to official accounts, Indian forces destroyed nine major terror launchpads linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed and Hizbul Mujahideen and eliminated over 100 terrorists during the operation.
Pakistan responded with drone attacks and shelling, leading to a four-day conflict between the neighbours. India conducted retaliatory strikes, including destruction of radar installations in Lahore and radar facilities near Gujranwala. Heavy damage prompted Pakistan’s DGMO to call the Indian DGMO, and a ceasefire was agreed on May 10.
Operation Mahadev was later credited as a joint success by the Army and security forces for tracking down and killing three terrorists involved in the Pahalgam attack. Beyond military measures, India took non-military actions including termination of the Indus Waters Treaty and suspension of all bilateral trade with Pakistan. (ANI)
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