NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    More
    In the news
    Joe Biden
    United States of America
    COVID-19
    Russia-Ukraine crisis
    NewsBytes
    Hindi Tamil Telugu
    NewsBytes
    User Placeholder

    Hi,

    Logout


    India Business World Politics Sports Technology Entertainment Auto Lifestyle Inspirational Career Bengaluru Delhi Mumbai Visual Stories Find Cricket Statistics Phones Reviews Fitness Bands Reviews Speakers Reviews

    Download Android App

    Follow us on
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
     
    Home / News / World News / US President Trump describes Pulwama attack as a "horrible situation"
    World

    US President Trump describes Pulwama attack as a "horrible situation"

    US President Trump describes Pulwama attack as a "horrible situation"
    Written by Shiladitya Ray
    Feb 20, 2019, 11:59 am 3 min read
    US President Trump describes Pulwama attack as a "horrible situation"

    On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump described the Pulwama attack as a "horrible situation", adding that he was getting reports on it, and would issue a statement soon. This is the first time that President Trump has personally commented on the attack, which took place on February 14 and left more than 40 CRPF jawans martyred. Here's more.

    What President Trump's exact words were

    "I have watched. I have got a lot of reports on it...That [attack] was a horrible situation. We will comment [on it] at an appropriate time. It would be wonderful if they [India and Pakistan] get along," said Trump, responding to a question.

    The US State Department also expressed support to India

    While President Trump decried the attack on Tuesday, State Department deputy spokesperson Robert Palladino, separately, expressed "strong support" for India and urged Pakistan to "punish anyone responsible" for the dastardly attack. Earlier, in the immediate aftermath of the attack, the US had called on Pakistan to immediately end all support to terror groups operating on its home soil.

    The international community at large has condemned the attack

    Russian President Vladimir Putin had earlier condemned the attack, along with other members of the international community. While France strongly decried the "heinous attack", Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina promised to work with India to end the "menace of terrorism". Germany put forth its condolences and condemned the attack, as did Canada, Israel, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and the Czech Republic, to name a few.

    How India had reacted to the attack

    With the responsibility of the attack having been claimed by Pakistan-based terror group (JeM), India-Pakistan relations, understandably have hit a new low. Responding to the attack, India had immediately withdrawn the 'Most Favored Nation' status it had accorded to Pakistan in 1996. Further, PM Modi had announced that Indian armed forces had been given a free hand to decide where and how they'd retaliate.

    The military options that are being considered by India

    As it stands, India is currently weighing its options as it seeks to avenge the attack. If the government indeed chooses military action despite the risk of escalation, the IAF's ability to hit terror camps is one of the options on the table. Other options include 'shallow' ground-based attacks, military occupation of some heights along the Line of Control (LoC), and the use of supersonic BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.

    What Pakistan has said about the attack

    Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, for his part, issued a statement on the attack on Tuesday, saying that India had accused it "without any evidence". He assured India that Pakistan would take action if India could provide evidence against anyone, but asked India to "introspect" why Kashmiri youth were taking up arms. He added that Pakistan would retaliate if India responds with force.

    Share this timeline
    Facebook
    Whatsapp
    Twitter
    Linkedin
    Latest
    India
    Pakistan News
    Imran Khan (Pakistan PM)
    Narendra Modi

    Latest

    How do sleep disorders affect your oral health Oral Hygiene
    Airtel 5G launched in more cities across Gujarat, Odisha Bharti Airtel
    'Farzi' to 'Thunivu': Exciting OTT weekend watchlist is here OTT releases
    Here's how to come out of a toxic relationship  Relationships

    India

    Death toll from earthquake in Turkey and Syria nears 8,000 Earthquake
    Indian-American teen Natasha Perianayagam named "world's brightest" student once again World
    India sends first batch of relief aid to earthquake-hit Turkey Turkey
    24-year-old Indian-origin student makes history; to head Harvard Law Review Harvard

    Pakistan News

    Pakistan: 30 die in road accident in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Road Accidents
    Pervez Musharraf: Pakistan's military ruler and president to proclaimed absconder Pervez Musharraf
    Pakistan: Massive blast near police headquarters in Quetta, 5 injured Pakistan Super League
    Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf passes away aged 79 Pervez Musharraf

    Imran Khan (Pakistan PM)

    Imran Khan's ex-wife Reham Khan marries for third time Pakistan News
    Imran's 'phone sex' audio goes viral; PTI cries foul play Pakistan
    Imran Khan calls off Islamabad rally, threatens to quit assemblies Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)
    Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif names Asim Munir as new COAS Pakistan

    Narendra Modi

    Parliament: Rahul Gandhi's remarks on PM Modi, Adani expunged Rahul Gandhi
    "Ecosystem was jubilant": PM Modi takes dig at RaGa's speech Lok Sabha
    Louis Vuitton trends as Congress President wears it in Parliament Mallikarjun Kharge
    Adani-Hindenburg row: BJP MP seeks moving privilege motion against Gandhi Congress Party

    Love World News?

    Subscribe to stay updated.

    World Thumbnail
    Indian Premier League (IPL) Celebrity Hollywood Bollywood UEFA Champions League Tennis Football Smartphones Cryptocurrency Upcoming Movies Premier League Cricket News Latest automobiles Latest Cars Upcoming Cars Latest Bikes Upcoming Tablets
    About Us Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Contact Us Ethical Conduct Grievance Redressal News News Archive Topics Archive Download DevBytes Find Cricket Statistics
    Follow us on
    Facebook Twitter Linkedin
    All rights reserved © NewsBytes 2023