US Official: Red Fort Blast a Terrorist Act; Praises India’s Investigation

The car explosion targeting the vicinity of the Red Fort in Delhi has been definitively identified as a “terrorist attack” by a prominent U.S. official. This official lauded India’s “very measured” and “very professional” approach to investigating the deadly incident, which involved a car detonating with substantial explosive materials, leading to multiple fatalities. India had previously labeled the event a “heinous terror incident.” During remarks, the U.S. official conveyed that while the potential for broader implications is recognized, India’s investigative team is highly capable and conducting their work with commendable diligence. The U.S. has offered its support, but acknowledged India’s own robust investigative infrastructure. The discussion also encompassed the wider regional security environment and the importance of a measured response to such acts of terror.