Tensions Rise: Is an India-Pakistan War on the Horizon?

Tensions Rise: Is an India-Pakistan War on the Horizon? April 23, 2025 – New Delhi/Islamabad The deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir—claimed by Pakistan-backed group The Resistance Front—has once again raised concerns over escalating tensions between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan. India has responded sharply, downgrading diplomatic ties and summoning Pakistan’s envoy. The rhetoric has intensified, with public outcry demanding a strong military response. Security along the Line of Control has been heightened, and political leaders have called for “decisive action.” However, full-scale war remains unlikely , according to defense analysts. Here’s why: 1. Nuclear Deterrence Both nations possess nuclear weapons. The doctrine of "mutually assured destruction" continues to prevent large-scale conflict, despite provocations. 2. International Pressure The global community, including the US, UK, and UN, has condemned the attack and urged rest...