"Germany recognises India's right to defend itself against terrorism": EAM S Jaishankar

During an interaction at the German Council on Foreign Relations, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke on the recent Pahalgam terror attack, India's subsequent Operation Sindoor, and the strong international support it has received, particularly from Germany.

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Addressing the issue, he said, "When it comes to terrorism, today, there is virtually no country which would say they approve of what was done and won't condemn it. If I say I have the right to defend myself, my people and secure my country, much of the world will agree with me. Germany does. We are encouraged by the very early condemnation of the terrorist attack, as well as the clear message we got on May 7th and again today from Minister Wadephul that Germany recognises India’s right to defend itself."

He further elaborated on the nature of the terror attack, stating, “This was a terrorist attack, which is part of a pattern which has targeted not only Jammu and Kashmir but other parts of India as well. This was meant to create a fear psychosis, destroy the tourism economy of Kashmir, and sow religious discord."