BRICS Leaders Unite Against Terrorism: Condemn April 22 Pahalgam Attack
Suraj Sarkar 🔅
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At the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, held on July 6, the leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa adopted a strong and unified position against global terrorism — explicitly condemning the Pahalgam terror attack that occurred on April 22, 2025, in Jammu & Kashmir, India.
❝ A Direct Attack on the Soul of India ❞
In his address during the peace and security session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi passionately stated:
“Terrorism has become the most serious challenge for humanity today. The April 22 attack in Pahalgam was a direct attack on the soul, identity and dignity of India. It was not just an attack on our nation, but on all of humanity.”
The Pahalgam attack, in which 26 innocent lives were lost, triggered an international outcry. The BRICS joint declaration condemned the act “in the strongest terms” and called for a zero-tolerance approach toward terrorism in all its forms, including cross-border movement, terror financing, and terrorist safe havens.
🌐 Stronger Words, Stronger Unity
While the declaration avoided naming countries directly, the emphasis on cross-border terrorism is widely interpreted as a reference to Pakistan, particularly given India's long-standing concerns over state-supported terrorism from across the border.
“We urge to ensure zero tolerance for terrorism and reject double standards in countering terrorism.” — BRICS Declaration, 2025
The declaration further demanded the finalisation of the Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT) under the UN framework — a proposal long championed by India but stalled due to global political friction.
🚫 Rejecting Double Standards
India has consistently called out the global community for selective silence on terrorism, especially when politically expedient. PM Modi reiterated:
“Giving silent consent to terrorism, supporting terror or terrorists for personal or political gain should not be acceptable under any circumstances.”
This statement was a clear push for accountability, particularly toward countries that have historically blocked or delayed UN sanctions against terror outfits, notably China’s repeated vetoes on designating Pakistan-based groups.
🕊️ A Call for Global Consensus
India’s diplomatic strategy following the attack has included outreach through multi-party delegations sent to key world capitals to amplify its message on terrorism and build international consensus.
The BRICS resolution supports this narrative by calling for:
🌍 Solidarity in the Face of Grief
India's gratitude was made clear by PM Modi as he acknowledged support from BRICS nations and beyond:
“In this hour of grief, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the friendly countries who stood with us, who expressed support and condolences.”
The unified stance of BRICS sends a powerful message that terrorism must be tackled without compromise, and that geopolitics should not obstruct moral clarity.
📌 Final Thought
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, terrorism anywhere is a threat everywhere. The April 22 Pahalgam attack is a grim reminder of what is at stake. The BRICS condemnation marks a significant geopolitical moment — one that must translate into real, coordinated action at the United Nations and beyond.
🔁 Let’s keep this conversation alive. ➡️ What more should global forums like BRICS or G20 do to eliminate terrorism at its roots? 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments.
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