Bharat’s decisive anti-terror operation, Operation Sindoor—launched in retaliation to the horrific April 22 Pahalgam attack that claimed the lives of 26 people, mostly tourists—has garnered widespread support from the international community. Leading global powers, including the United States, United Kingdom, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, have affirmed Bharat’s right to defend its sovereignty and citizens in the face of terrorism.
The European Union, reflecting a unified stance, released a joint statement from all 27 member states endorsing Bharat’s position. US President Donald Trump extended heartfelt condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of Bharat, condemning the act of terror and pledging America’s full support. In a post on Truth Social, he described the Pahalgam massacre as “deeply disturbing” and expressed solidarity with the Bharatiya people. The White House further stressed that while Trump supports Bharat’s defensive actions, he is also hopeful that the escalating situation between Bharat and Pakistan will de-escalate soon.
On Monday, Moscow reiterated its full support for Bharat in its ongoing fight against terrorism, while Iran intensified its efforts to de-escalate tensions between Bharat and Pakistan following the tragic attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Meanwhile, the United Nations called for maximum restraint from both nations ahead of an emergency meeting of the Security Council.
Japanese Defence Minister Gen. Nakatani also expressed support for Bharat during his bilateral talks with Bharatiya Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a call from Russian President Vladimir Putin, who extended his sincere condolences for the loss of 26 innocent lives in the “barbaric terrorist attack” at Baisaran near Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22. Putin condemned the attack and expressed Russia’s unwavering support for Bharat in its fight against terrorism. He emphasized the need to bring the perpetrators and their supporters to justice.
UN Secretary General António Guterres condemned the attack, describing the targeting of civilians as unacceptable. He called for justice through lawful means and expressed concern about the escalating tensions between Bharat and Pakistan. Guterres urged both nations to avoid military confrontation, warning that it could spiral out of control. The UN Security Council is set to convene to address the issue.
In a post on X, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared details of the phone conversation between President Putin and Prime Minister Modi. Putin reiterated his condemnation of the attack and emphasized the importance of holding those responsible accountable. Both leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between Bharat and Russia. Additionally, Prime Minister Modi extended greetings to President Putin on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Victory Day and invited him to attend the Annual Summit later this year in Bharat.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that President Trump is closely tracking the developments and desires a quick return to peace in the region. She noted that Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio is actively engaged in dialogue with the leadership of both nations. Leavitt emphasized that Trump maintains strong diplomatic relations with both countries and is using that rapport to promote stability.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy strongly supported Bharat’s response, saying the country had every reason to be outraged. Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak echoed this, asserting that no sovereign nation should tolerate acts of cross-border terrorism. Russia, while urging caution, made it clear that it condemns all forms of terror and remains deeply concerned about the military escalation.
The French Embassy in Bharat also weighed in, tweeting that France is “deeply concerned about the latest developments between Bharat and Pakistan” and calling for “de-escalation and the protection of civilians.” This underscores Paris’s support for restraint even as it recognizes the gravity of the situation.
Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, phoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi to condemn the Jammu and Kashmir terror attack and reaffirmed his country’s full support for Bharat’s fight against terrorism.
Israel also stood in firm support of Bharat. Israeli Ambassador to Bharat, Reuven Azar, expressed Israel’s support for Bharat’s right to self-defence. He emphasized that terrorists should be aware that there is no place to hide from their heinous crimes against innocent people, reinforcing Israel’s solidarity with Bharat in its fight against terrorism. Notably, Bharat’s airstrikes under Operation Sindoor were calculated and restrained, targeting only terror camps while deliberately avoiding Pakistani military assets—underscoring that the mission was defensive in nature, not an act of vengeance.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on May 7 that he is closely monitoring the situation between Bharat and Pakistan. Echoing President Trump’s earlier remarks, he expressed hope that the escalation would end quickly and affirmed his continued engagement with both Bharatiya and Pakistani leadership to work toward a peaceful resolution.
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak publicly supported Bharat’s Operation Sindoor, emphasizing the nation’s right to defend itself against cross-border terrorism. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Sunak declared:
“No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks being launched against it from land controlled by another country. Bharat is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no impunity for terrorists.”
World leaders have widely recognized that Bharat did not initiate aggression, but rather acted in response to a grave provocation. The operation sends a powerful message: while Bharat remains committed to peace, it will not hesitate to protect its people. The overwhelming diplomatic support reflects a global understanding that genuine peace cannot thrive unless nations confront and dismantle the roots of terrorism.
Bharat did not initiate any escalation—this is acknowledged globally, except by a few nations that still support Pakistan, which harbors and sponsors terrorist groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. True to its transparency, Bharat has made clear that it never targeted civilians; its strikes were directed solely at terrorist strongholds across the border. By contrast, Pakistan has repeatedly attacked Bharatiya civilians. The Bharatiya military conducts daily press briefings to keep the public informed and has warned Pakistan to cease its provocations. It is heartening that world leaders continue to recognize and back Bharat’s legitimate counter-terrorism efforts.
