Overview

• The April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, left 26 dead and dozens injured, marking one of the deadliest incidents in the region since 2019.
• Indian security forces have launched extensive manhunts and heightened security measures in the area to apprehend those responsible.
• US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have all expressed solidarity with India, offering condolences and counterterrorism support.
• Local organizations have called for a Jammu bandh, impacting regional activities and drawing attention to the socio-economic impact of the attack on the tourism-dependent area.
• The attack, claimed by The Resistance Front linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, underscores the persistent threat of militant activity in Kashmir and the need for coordinated counterterrorism efforts.