BRICS Condemns Pahalgam Terror Attack, Stands United Against Terrorism

Rio de Janeiro: The BRICS nations, in a joint statement on Sunday, strongly condemned the barbaric Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, emphasising the need for collective action against terrorism. The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam has led to global outrage and condemnation, with the BRICS nations leading the charge against this heinous act of violence. The brutal attack, which targeted innocent lives at a tourist spot, has been unequivocally denounced by the BRICS countries at the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil. 

At the BRICS Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a resolute and impassioned address, explaining the threat terrorism poses to humanity. "Terrorism is among the most serious challenges facing humanity," PM Modi declared. He added, "Recently, India faced an inhuman and cowardly terrorist attack in Pahalgam. This was an attack on all of humanity." The Prime Minister's words resonated deeply, given the brutal nature of the attack that occurred on April 22, claiming 26 innocent lives in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. 

The BRICS nations have come together to condemn the Pahalgam attack and asserted that terrorism knows no borders and poses a threat to global stability. The summit's focus on peace and security reflects the growing recognition that terrorism is a pressing global issue that demands a comprehensive and collective approach.

What BRICS leaders Said: 

“We express strong condemnation of any acts of terrorism as criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation, whenever, wherever and by whomsoever committed. We condemn in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025, during which 26 people were killed and many more injured. We reaffirm our commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including the cross-border movement of terrorists, terrorism financing and safe havens. We reiterate that terrorism should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilization or ethnic group and that all those involved in terrorist activities and their supporters must be held accountable and brought to justice in accordance with relevant national and international law. We urge to ensure zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering terrorism. We emphasize the primary responsibility of States in combating terrorism and that global efforts to prevent and counter terrorist threats must fully comply with their obligations under international law, including the Charter of the United Nations, in particular the purposes and principles thereof, and relevant international conventions and protocols, in particular international human rights law, international refugee law and international humanitarian law, as applicable. We welcome the activities of the BRICS Counter-Terrorism Working Group (CTWG) and its five Subgroups based upon the BRICS Counter-Terrorism Strategy, the BRICS Counter-Terrorism Action Plan and the CTWG position paper. We look forward to further deepening counter-terrorism cooperation. We call for an expeditious finalization and adoption of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism in the UN framework. We call for concerted actions against all UN designated terrorists and terrorist entities.”

PM Modi's Powerful Message

PM Modi's address at the BRICS Summit outlined the imperative of a unified global response to combat terrorism. "Condemning terrorism should be our 'principle', not just a 'convenience'," he stressed. He also added, "If we first see in which country the attack took place, against whom, then it would be a betrayal against humanity." His sentiments were equivocally voiced by other global leaders at the BRICS Summit, which echoed the broader concerns about terrorism's impact on global peace and security.

The Pahalgam attack had drawn global condemnation, with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) issuing a strong statement demanding that the perpetrators be held accountable. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, speaking at an exhibition titled 'The Human Cost of Terrorism' at the UN Headquarters, stated that terrorism is one of the gravest threats to humanity.

Call For Global Cooperation Against Terrorism

The BRICS Summit served as a crucial platform for addressing pressing global issues, including terrorism. PM Modi's participation in the summit drew massive support for India in its commitment to strengthening multilateral cooperation in the fight against terrorism. "We all have to be united and cooperate strongly to deal with terrorism and terror financing," PM Modi asserted during the summit, adding that there should be no place for double standards on such a serious issue.

The BRICS nations, representing a big portion of the global population and economy, are well-positioned to drive meaningful change in this area. As the world grapples with the concerns of terrorism, the need for a comprehensive and collective approach has never been more pressing.