New Delhi, Sept. 13 -- A man who shouted "USA" while apparently cheering after Charlie Kirk was shot has issued clarification on the incident that went viral on social media. In a video posted on X, he said he did so to "create distraction" rather than provocation as he wanted to showcase "strength and encourage others".

"I stood and shouted 'USA,' not as a provocation, but to project strength, encourage others, and create a distraction that might help calm panic or even save lives," David said. He mentioned that, although he doesn't know much about Kirk's content, he "would never wish to celebrate harm to anyone."

"When I heard a sharp crack at first I thought it might have been fireworks or a disruptive prank. I looked up to the horiz...