phalgam attack by pak
On April 22, 2025, a devastating terrorist attack occurred in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of 26 individuals—25 Hindu tourists, one Christian tourist, and one local Muslim. Over 20 others sustained injuries in what has been described as the deadliest assault in India since the 2008 Mumbai attacks .Al Jazeera+7Wikipedia+7Wikipedia+7Wikipe
The Attack
Five armed militants opened fire on a group of male Hindu tourists visiting the scenic Baisaran Valley, a popular destination near Pahalgam. Eyewitnesses reported that the assailants asked victims about their religious affiliations before shooting, indicating a targeted attack .WikipediaNPR
Perpetrators and Responsibility
The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the Pakistan-based, UN-designated terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, initially claimed responsibility for the attack. This has led Indian authorities to accuse Pakistan of supporting cross-border terrorism .The Washington Post+2Wikipedia+2AP News+2
Diplomatic Fallout
In response to the attack, India has taken several measures:The Washington Post
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Diplomatic Actions: Expelled Pakistani diplomats and withdrew its own diplomats from Pakistan.Al Jazeera+2Wikipedia+2AP News+2
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Visa and Travel Restrictions: Suspended visas for Pakistani nationals and closed borders.Wikipedia+1The Washington Post+1
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Indus Waters Treaty: Withdrew from the Indus Waters Treaty, a longstanding water-sharing agreement.Al Jazeera+3Wikipedia+3AP News+3
Pakistan has denied involvement in the attack, labeling it a "false flag operation" and has responded by suspending the Shimla Agreement, closing its airspace to Indian aircraft, and imposing trade restrictions .Wikipedia
Regional and International Repercussions
The attack has heightened tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors, with fears of further escalation. International actors, including the United States, are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further deterioration of regional stability .The Washington Post+2Al Jazeera+2AP News+2The Washington Post
Domestic Impact
Within India, the attack has sparked protests and increased scrutiny of security measures in Kashmir. The Indian government has pledged to bring the perpetrators to justice and has initiated investigations to prevent future incidents .NPR+5The Washington Post+5Wikipedia+5Hindustan Times
The 2025 Pahalgam attack underscores the fragile nature of peace in the region and the urgent need for effective counter-terrorism strategies and diplomatic engagement to prevent such tragedies in the future.Wikipedia
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