Thu May 01 12:56:03 UTC 2025: ## US Expresses Solidarity with India After Pahalgam Terror Attack

**New Delhi, May 1, 2025** – Following a recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth contacted Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh to express condolences and reaffirm the United States’ unwavering support for India’s fight against terrorism.

During the call, Mr. Singh condemned Pakistan’s role in fostering global terrorism, calling it a “rogue state” that destabilizes the region. He stressed the need for the international community to unequivocally condemn such acts of terrorism.

Secretary Hegseth conveyed the U.S. government’s strong support for India’s right to defend itself and reiterated its solidarity with India in combating terrorism. The conversation highlights the growing cooperation between the two nations in the face of escalating regional tensions.

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