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283. Partition: East Pakistan Becomes Bangladesh (Part 6)

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The Tragedy of Operation Searchlight

This chapter explores the brutal events of Operation Searchlight, where the Pakistani military launched a violent crackdown on unarmed Bengali civilians during the East Pakistan Liberation War. It examines the complex geopolitical dynamics of the 1971 conflict, highlighting the involvement of major powers like the U.S. and the USSR as well as the subsequent refugee crisis. The chapter underscores the deep scars left on the Bengali community and the long-term implications for Indo-Pakistani relations.

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