A terror attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir resulted in the deaths of at least 20 tourists, a notable shift as the region had previously seen minimal targeting of civilians. Four gunmen fired upon the tourists at a popular resort area, injuring dozens and leading to widespread condemnation. Indian authorities, including the Home Minister and regional leaders, vowed to respond forcefully against the perpetrators. The attack has raised concerns about safety in a region dependent on tourism and marked a disturbing change in the security landscape of Kashmir.
Gunmen shot dead at least 20 tourists at a resort in Indian-controlled Kashmir, marking a significant shift in the regional conflict where tourists have previously been largely spared.
Omar Abdullah, the region's top elected official, stated that this attack is much larger than anything we've seen directed at civilians in recent years.
Amit Shah, India's home minister, stated, 'We will come down heavily on the perpetrators with the harshest consequences,' confirming the seriousness of the incident.
Kashmir's top religious cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, condemned the attack, describing it as a 'cowardly attack on tourists' that is unacceptable to Kashmir's welcoming ethos.
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