New Delhi:
US Ambassador to India Ken Juster today expressed condolences to the families of soldiers killed in the Indo-Chinese standoff in the Galwan Valley region.
“The American mission in India sends our sincere condolences to the families of the lost soldiers in Galwan. Their bravery and courage will not be forgotten,” Ambassador Juster tweeted after the violent clashes on June 15 in which 20 Indian soldiers were killed. been killed. in action.
Earlier today, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo also offered condolences to the Indian people for the deaths of soldiers following the confrontation with Chinese troops.
“We offer our sincere condolences to the Indian people for the lives lost as a result of the recent confrontation with China. We will remember the families of the soldiers, their loved ones and the communities during their mourning,” tweeted Mike Pompeo.
Seventy-six Indian soldiers were injured and remain in hospital after the clashes. All should resume their duties within 15 days. None are in critical condition. China has given no figures, but at least 45 Chinese soldiers have been killed or injured, army sources said.