Countries condemn Pulwama attack

India raised the issue of the Pulwama terror attack during bilateral meetings with several countries, including the U.S., Germany and Russia, at the three-day Munich Security Conference that concluded on Sunday, officials said.

The 55th Munich Security Conference, which brings together global leaders and security experts from across the world, was attended by India’s Deputy National Security Advisor Pankaj Saran.

On the sidelines of the conference, Mr. Saran held bilateral meetings with representatives of several countries who unequivocally condemned the attack and extended their condolences to the bereaved families. The meetings, according to the officials, were held with the representatives of the U.S., Germany, Russia, NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation), Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Bangladesh, Mongolia, Armenia and Oman. There was widespread support for India’s concerns over Pakistan sponsored terrorism on Indian soil, they said.