US Confirms Delhi Red Fort Blast as Terrorist Attack: Rubio Praises India's Measured Investigation

Nov 13, 2025 11:05 am CST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has officially declared the deadly car explosion near Delhi's Red Fort a "terrorist attack," praising India's professional and measured investigation approach. The blast, which killed nine people, has been formally designated as a terror incident by the Indian government. Security forces had earlier arrested individuals linked to Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed and seized explosive materials. Home Minister Amit Shah has vowed to pursue all perpetrators involved in the attack.