The Resistance Front (TRF), a group believed to be a proxy of Lashkar-e-Taiba, has backtracked on its initial claim of carrying out the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, citing a cyber intrusion as the reason for the false claim. This reversal comes in the wake of global recognition of India’s assertion that the attack was orchestrated by LeT, with the support of Pakistan. While TRF’s retraction attempts to distance itself from the incident, security officials view it as a desperate ploy by Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to avoid responsibility. The move has been deemed as a feeble attempt at damage control, aimed at deflecting blame from the true perpetrators. The incident has once again highlighted Pakistan’s role in sponsoring terrorism in the region, despite repeated denials and attempts to shift the blame. The international community has been urged to hold Pakistan accountable for its continued support to terrorist groups operating in the region. The conflicting claims and subsequent backtracking by TRF only serve to underscore the need for a united front against terrorism and the forces enabling it. India has reiterated its commitment to fighting terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of its citizens, while calling for greater cooperation and action from the global community to combat this common threat. The incident in Pahalgam serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges posed by terrorism and the critical need for sustained efforts to address this menace effectively.