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26 Killed in Deadly Terror Attack on Tourists in Kashmir’s Baisaran Meadow

Militants dressed in fatigues opened fire on tourists, prompting local rescue efforts, international condemnation, and heightened security measures.

U.S. President Donald Trump listens to remarks during a swearing-in ceremony for Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Mehmet Oz in the Oval Office in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 18, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard/File Photo
Donald Trump said we pray for the lost souls and for the recovery of the injured.

Overview

  • The attack occurred around 2:30 pm local time on April 22 in Pahalgam’s Baisaran meadow, a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir.
  • At least 26 people, including two foreign nationals, were killed, and several others were injured in the rare civilian-targeted assault.
  • Eyewitness reports describe the attackers firing at tourists from close range, with visuals showing bodies on the ground and locals aiding the injured.
  • The Resistance Front, an offshoot of Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack, highlighting ongoing security vulnerabilities in the region.
  • US President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance condemned the attack, expressing solidarity with India and offering condolences to the victims.