India, July 7 -- Indian PM Narendra Modi on Sunday described the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir as a blow to humanity.

Speaking at the BRICS Summit in Brazil, Modi said: "Terrorism is the most serious challenge facing humanity today. India recently endured a brutal and cowardly terrorist attack."

Sending a strong message, Modi said condemning terrorism must be a matter of principle and not just of convenience.

At least 26 people were killed after gunmen attacked them in Pahalgam during the peak tourism season on April 22.

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He said: "Today, from West Asia to Europe, the whole world is surrounded by disputes and tensions. The humanitarian situat...