A senior U.S. figure has asserted that the recent car explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi was “clearly a terrorist attack.” This assessment was accompanied by strong praise for India’s “very measured” and “professional” investigation into the tragic event. The blast, caused by a vehicle packed with high explosives, resulted in significant loss of life, with India officially condemning it as a “heinous terror incident.” The U.S. official acknowledged awareness of the potential for the incident to spark wider concerns but stressed the competence of India’s investigative agencies. The U.S. has offered assistance, but the official conveyed confidence in India’s self-sufficiency in conducting thorough inquiries. The context of ongoing regional security dynamics, including past conflicts, was also part of the dialogue, emphasizing the need for careful handling of such sensitive matters.
