WASHINGTON (The COW News Digital) U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has confirmed that the United States offered assistance to India in investigating the recent blast in New Delhi, though Indian authorities declined the offer, citing their own robust investigative capabilities.
Speaking to the media after the G7 summit in Canada, Rubio said that while the U.S. stands ready to provide support, India possesses “good investigative capacity” and therefore does not require external assistance. He emphasized that the offer reflects U.S. commitment to international cooperation in counterterrorism and law enforcement efforts.
The Delhi explosion, which occurred earlier this month, prompted heightened security measures in the Indian capital and drew global attention to regional safety concerns. U.S. officials have expressed willingness to collaborate on technical and intelligence support, if requested by Indian authorities.
In addition to addressing the Delhi incident, Rubio spoke about upcoming diplomatic engagements, highlighting the expected visit of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Washington next week. He expressed optimism that the visit would lead to the signing of key agreements, though he noted that some details still require finalization.
Rubio’s remarks underline ongoing U.S. diplomatic engagement in South Asia and the Middle East, signaling continued efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships and promote security cooperation. The offer to assist in the Delhi investigation also reflects a broader U.S. focus on global counterterrorism coordination, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between nations in responding to incidents that have international implications.
While India has opted to handle the investigation independently, the public acknowledgment of U.S. support demonstrates the willingness of Washington to act swiftly in providing technical expertise, if needed, to ensure timely and effective resolutions of such security threats.
The upcoming meeting between President Trump and the Saudi Crown Prince is expected to focus on economic and security agreements, further highlighting the U.S.’s commitment to maintaining strong bilateral relations with key international partners.
