Kuala Lumpur, June 2 -- Expressing strong concern over the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Malaysian leaders have acknowledged India's measured response and affirmed their support for peace and regional stability.

YB Kulasegaran Murugeson, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) of Malaysia, said the incident was "shocking" and "should not have happened at all."

Speaking to ANI, Murugeson stated, "India has taken necessary action. We spoke about Malaysia's concerns, and we feel India took steps to protect its national interest." He added, "We hope cross-border terrorism doesn't take place anymore," underscoring Malaysia's desire for peace in the region.

Malaysia's Deputy Minister of Nationa...