Putin expresses condolences in Pakistan for the Jaffar Express attack

Russian President Vladimir Putin expanded his condolences to Pakistan’s leadership after the tragic terrorist attack on a passenger train in the Backedan.

In a statement published by the Russian Embassy in Pakistan in X, he praised the courage and professionalism of the Pakistani security forces that successfully rescued hostages.

“Please accept my deep condolences about the tragic consequence of the terrorist attack on a passenger train in Balochistan province,” Putin wrote in his message to President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

“We are decisively condemning this brutal and cynical crime, whose victims included a large number of women and children,” he continued, underlining Russia’s steady stance against terrorism.

Putin further praised the “courage and high professionalism of the Pakistani military and law enforcement officers whose decisive actions have helped to save hundreds of lives.” He emphasized Russia’s continued commitment to strengthen cooperation with Pakistan in the fight against terrorism.

“Russia remains committed to reinforcing its cooperation with its Pakistani partners to combat all forms of terrorism,” Putin added, confirming his nation’s determination to stand from Pakistan in his efforts to combat racing threats.

The Russian president also expressed his sympathy to the families of the victims and expanded his wishes for the “quick recovery to all those who suffered in the hands of the fighters”.

Security forces put the jaffar express hijack on Wednesday, bringing a dramatic end to a 30 -hour siege in the rough Bolan area of ​​Balochistan, killing all 33 terrorists, successfully rescuing more than 300 passengers.

Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the main military spokesman, revealed that 21 hostages were killed during the day.

However, the Director General of International Relations (ISPR) firmly stated that no citizens are harmed by the final rescue operation carried out by the Armed Forces.