WEBDESK: The United States has responded to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, urging India to ensure justice is served in the case. US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, on Friday, strongly condemned the incident.
She stated that the United States stands with India and expects those responsible for the attack to be brought to justice.
During a press briefing, Tammy Bruce said, “It’s a rapidly changing situation and we are monitoring it closely. As of now, we are not taking a position on the status of Kashmir and Jammu.”
She said she would not speak further on the matter, noting that “She did not have any comments to share at the time.”
The spokesperson further stated that both leaders have clearly expressed their views, and for that reason, she would not personally add anything more.
When asked if President Donald Trump had offered to mediate between India and Pakistan in his first term, she said, “I’m not going to be remarking… as I mentioned.”
According to analysts, the US response reflects its strategic ties with India and its global stance against terrorism. However, its silence on Pakistan’s role indicates Washington’s policy of maintaining a balanced approach in the region.
Twenty-six civilians were killed on Tuesday when terrorists opened fire at them near Kashmir’s Pahalgam town. Most of those killed were tourists.
Responding to a question on whether the US sees Pakistan as potentially being behind the attack and if Washington is playing any role in trying to de-escalate tensions between the nations, Bruce said the issue was highlighted due to the severity of the situation but added that no further comment would be made at this time.
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