The recent attack in Kashmir, which left 26 dead, has heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, potentially escalating into greater conflict. While military retaliation is anticipated, communication channels remain open between both nations. Though the world is called to de-escalate, the escalation risks remain serious. The attack's brutality, which particularly targeted civilians and tourists, has struck a nerve in India, triggering widespread outrage. Analysts suggest that while outright war seems unlikely, the situation is delicate and requires close monitoring from global powers.
On Apr. 22, militants attacked tourists picnicking in a picturesque meadow near the town of Pahalgam in Indian-administered Kashmir. Some 26 people—25 Indians and one Nepali—were gunned down.
The Resistance Front, an outfit that New Delhi views as a proxy of Pakistani jihadist group Lashkar-e-Taiba, initially claimed responsibility on Telegram, before retracting the claim.
Senior Indian and Pakistani military officials have also reportedly communicated via hotline, suggesting that channels of communication are open, but the situation remains tense.
The Pahalgam attack was exceptionally brutal, with many people shot in the head, execution-style. Civilians are rarely targeted in Kashmir, highlighting the severity of the escalation.
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