India, Sept. 13 -- Days after his killing, the wife of pro-right activist Charlie Kirk has vowed to carry forward his mission in her first statement since his killing, saying the tragedy has only strengthened her resolve.

Kirk, the 30-year-old co-founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent ally of Donald Trump, was shot dead this week at Utah Valley University. Police have arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson in connection with the killing.

In a trembling voice, standing at a podium adorned with a portrait of her late husband, Erika Lane Frantzve said those responsible for the attack had "no idea" of the fire they had unleashed.

"The evildoers responsible for my husband's assassination have no idea what they have done," she said.

"The...