Pahalgam attack

Both governments are claiming victory, but it’s clear who the real losers are: the people on both sides of the border.

China’s enduring “all weather” alliance with “iron-clad” friend Pakistan is increasingly at odds with Beijing’s avowed commitment to counterterrorism.

India has established "new normal" in its response to terrorism emanating from Pakistan, by raising the costs for perpetrators of terrorist attacks and their backers.

As Pakistan readies to hit back, shelling across the LoC and International Border intensifies.

Pakistan is China’s “iron brother,” but full support is a bridge too far when Beijing would much prefer de-escalation to an expanded conflict.

In Indian-ruled Kashmir, homes allegedly linked to anti-India rebels have become targets, leaving innocent family members to pick up the pieces.

As the space for bilateral diplomacy shrinks, many in New Delhi will interpret the neutrality of third-party countries as a pro-Pakistan position.

The joint statement was unequivocal in condemning the Pahalgam attack. And while it did not name Pakistan, it condemned “cross-border terrorism.”

Previously, militants targeted security personnel through ambush-style assaults or hit-and-run gun attacks on the Pandit community. The attack in Pahalgam was aimed at tourists.