New Delhi: Messages of grief and solidarity poured in from across the world following the deadly explosion near Delhi’s iconic Red Fort on Monday evening, which claimed at least 12 lives and left several others injured.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was among the first global leaders to reach out, offering heartfelt condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India. In a statement, he underscored the shared resilience of both nations in combating terrorism.
“To our dear friend Narendra Modi and to the brave people of India: Sara and I, and the people of Israel, send our deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Israel stands strong with you in sorrow and in strength in this time,” Netanyahu said.
India and Israel are ancient civilizations that stand on eternal truths.
Terror may strike our cities, but it will never shake our souls.
The light of our nations will outshine the darkness of our enemies. 🇮🇱🇮🇳#IsraelStandsWithIndia #WarOnTerror #EternalAllies
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) November 12, 2025
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae also conveyed sympathy, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives.
“On behalf of the Government and people of Japan, I express my heartfelt condolences to the victims and their bereaved families. I also offer my sincere prayers for the swift recovery of the injured,” she said in a statement released from Tokyo.
I am in deep sorrow to learn that many precious lives were lost in the explosion that occurred in Delhi, India.
On behalf of the Government and people of Japan, I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to the victims and their bereaved families. I also offer my sincere…— 高市早苗 (@takaichi_sanae) November 11, 2025
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called the explosion “devastating” and extended Canada’s support to India in this time of mourning.
“I offer my deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who were killed in this horrific explosion, and wish a fast and full recovery to all who were injured. Canada stands with the people of Delhi and India during this time,” Carney said in a post on X.
I was shocked to hear of the devastating car blast near the Red Fort in Delhi last evening.
I offer my deepest condolences to the loved ones of those who were killed in this horrific explosion, and wish a fast and full recovery to all who were injured. Canada stands with the…
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) November 11, 2025
Guyanese President Irfaan Ali also expressed solidarity, writing,
“On behalf of the Government and people of Guyana, I express solidarity with the Government and people of India following the horrific blast in New Delhi. We stand with Prime Minister @narendramodi and all those affected by this incident.”
On behalf of the Government and people of Guyana, I express solidarity with the Government and people of India following the horrific blast in New Delhi. We stand with Prime Minister @narendramodi and all those affected by this incident.
— President Dr Irfaan Ali (@presidentaligy) November 11, 2025
The explosion, which occurred near the Red Fort metro station on Monday evening, has drawn widespread condemnation. Investigations are currently underway to determine the cause and those responsible for the attack, which has shaken the national capital.
