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U.S. Officials Condemn Pahalgam Attack, Criticize NYT for Mischaracterization

The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee rebuked The New York Times for its language, as Indian and American leaders united in denouncing the deadly terrorist assault.

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'This was a terror attack, plain and simple', US House Committee slams NYT's Pahalgam report (photo:IANS)
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Overview

  • A terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed 26 lives, primarily targeting tourists.
  • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi labeled the incident a terror attack and vowed justice for the victims.
  • U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance extended condolences to India, emphasizing solidarity in counterterror efforts.
  • The U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee criticized The New York Times for calling the attackers 'militants' instead of 'terrorists,' stressing the need for precise terminology in reporting terrorism.
  • Indian and U.S. officials reaffirmed their commitment to collaborative counterterrorism measures following the attack.