India-EU Seal Free Trade Agreement, Vow Joint Fight Against Terrorism

• India and the European Union have finalized a Free Trade Agreement after nearly two decades of negotiations.
• Both sides strongly condemned recent terrorist attacks in Pahalgam and Delhi, emphasizing the need for joint action against terrorism.
• PM Narendra Modi, Ursula von der Leyen, and António Costa issued a joint statement condemning all forms of terrorism, including cross-border terrorism.
• The agreement includes enhanced cooperation to combat radicalization, prevent terrorist financing, strengthen anti-money laundering rules, and curb terrorist recruitment.
• Specific terrorist incidents mentioned were the Pahalgam attack (April 22, 2025, 26 deaths) and the Delhi Red Fort attack (November 10, 2025, 12 civilian deaths).

Why It Matters: India and the EU have not only secured a Free Trade Agreement but also committed to a united front against terrorism.