The United States Stands with India

Floor Speech

THE UNITED STATES STANDS WITH INDIA -- (House of Representatives - November 01, 2005)

(Mr. WILSON of South Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, in the global war on terrorism, we continue to fight against an enemy that has no respect for the sanctity of human life. On Saturday, terrorists detonated three bombs in the busy streets of New Delhi, taking the lives of 62 innocent civilians and wounding over 200 people. By targeting shopping centers and a city bus, terrorists cowardly murdered innocent civilians. Over 60,000 Indians have been killed by terrorists. As these horrendous attacks continue throughout the globe, citizens of all free nations are at risk.

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh condemned the serial blasts in Delhi and vowed that ``the government is determined to defeat nefarious designs of terrorist elements. The perpetrators of these heinous acts will be dealt with firmly.''

The United States stands with Prime Minister Singh, and we remain dedicated to defeating terrorists who attack our allies. Today our thoughts and prayers are with the Indian people, who are continuing to work with Pakistan for mutual benefit.

In conclusion, God bless our troops; and we will never forget September 11.

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