🇮🇳 India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate Following Pahalgam Attack
On April 22, a tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists from 13 Indian states. India has attributed the attack to Pakistan-based militants, leading to a series of retaliatory measures, including:Leverage Edu+2Politico+2Reuters+2
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Trade and Diplomatic Actions: India imposed an immediate ban on imports from Pakistan and barred Pakistani ships from docking at Indian ports. Reuters
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Military Posturing: Pakistan test-fired the Abdali ballistic missile, showcasing its military readiness amid the escalating tensions. Politico
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Strained Water Agreements: India suspended the Indus Waters Treaty, a move Pakistan views as a potential act of war, given the treaty's significance in water sharing between the two nations. Latest news & breaking headlines+1Reuters+1
These developments have prompted international concern, with countries like the United States, Russia, and China urging both nations to exercise restraint and seek diplomatic solutions.
