New Delhi: International leaders have voiced their support for India’s recent ‘Operation Sindoor,’ which targeted terrorist facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoJK) on May 7.
UK:
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak backed India’s actions, stating that no country should tolerate terrorist attacks launched from another nation’s territory. He tweeted, “No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks from land controlled by another country. India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no impunity for terrorists.” UK MP Priti Patel also supported India’s right to defend itself and dismantle terrorist networks threatening its security.
No nation should have to accept terrorist attacks being launched against it from land controlled by another country.
India is justified in striking terrorist infrastructure. There can be no impunity for terrorists.
— Rishi Sunak (@RishiSunak) May 7, 2025
Today in the House of Commons I reiterated my condolences for those impacted by the atrocity that took place in Pahalgam. We must stand with those affected by terrorism. The UK must work with our friends in India to tackle terrorist threats and engage with India, Pakistan and key… pic.twitter.com/8RXezaJHx0
— Priti Patel MP (@pritipatel) May 7, 2025
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy:
He urged India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and engage in direct dialogue to find a quick, diplomatic resolution. Lammy condemned the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam and emphasized the importance of reducing tensions and protecting civilians, warning that further escalation could be catastrophic.
France:
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot acknowledged India’s need to ensure its safety from terrorism and expressed understanding of its measures to counter terrorism. He supported a UN Security Council statement condemning the attack in Pahalgam and affirmed France’s solidarity with India’s anti-terror efforts.
Statement by the Spokesperson of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs:
France condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on 22 April and expressed its full solidarity with India. France supports India in its fight against terrorist groups. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/LbbWkDUm4e
— French Embassy in India 🇫🇷🇪🇺 (@FranceinIndia) May 7, 2025
Israel:
Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar affirmed Israel’s support for India’s right to self-defense, stating terrorists should know they cannot hide from their crimes against innocents.
Israel supports India’s right for self defense. Terrorists should know there’s no place to hide from their heinous crimes against the innocent. #OperationSindoor
— 🇮🇱 Reuven Azar (@ReuvenAzar) May 7, 2025
Netherlands:
Dutch MP Geert Wilders expressed strong support, tweeting that Kashmir is wholly Indian and using #PakistanBehindPahalgam to highlight his stance.
I love India ❤️💪 🇮🇳 #Kashmir is 100% Indian.#India #OperationSindhoor #PakistanBehindPahalgam pic.twitter.com/ohmTLyOG2X
— Geert Wilders (@geertwilderspvv) May 7, 2025
USA:
US Congressman Shri Thanedar emphasized that terrorism must be condemned and cannot be tolerated. He reiterated America’s support for India’s right to defend itself and called for thorough investigations into the terrorist attack. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi highlighted the urgency of combating terrorism and preventing escalation, especially amid India’s increasing global cooperation.
This worldwide backing follows India’s recent military strike, where the Indian Armed Forces targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoJK in response to the Pahalgam attack, which killed 26 civilians. The operations involved coordinated strikes by the army, navy, and air force, destroying terror infrastructure linked to groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen across nine sites in Pakistan and PoJK.
Officials in Delhi, including Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and military spokespersons, provided details of the targets and confirmed the destruction of several camps in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Sarjal, and Mehmoona Joya. This response reflects India’s firm stance against cross-border terrorism.