US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, a week after the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 people, mostly tourists. Rubio expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and extended condolences to the victims and their families.
He reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to working with India in the global fight against terrorism. Additionally, he encouraged both India and Pakistan to engage in dialogue aimed at de-escalating regional tensions and promoting peace and stability in South Asia, according to US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce.