Foreign Policy Live
Will India and Pakistan Go to War?
May 9, 2025
Tanvi Madan, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and host of the Global India podcast, dives into the escalating tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan. The discussion reveals the severe implications of recent military actions triggered by a deadly attack in Kashmir. Madan explores the historical context of the Kashmir dispute, potential de-escalation strategies, and the influence of external powers on the conflict. Insightful commentary on the strategic constraints both nations face and the media’s role in shaping public perception adds depth to this critical analysis.
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Quick takeaways
- The recent military strikes by India, targeting deeper into Pakistan, signify a dangerous escalation in long-standing Kashmir tensions.
- Despite India's military superiority, logistical challenges and economic constraints on both sides may encourage de-escalation strategies.
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India and Pakistan are experiencing their most serious conflict in two decades due to rising tensions following an attack in April 2023, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians in Indian-administered Kashmir. This attack marked the deadliest assault on civilians in India in over 15 years and was perceived as particularly provocative since the militants specifically targeted non-Muslims. In response, India conducted a series of military strikes deeper into Pakistani territory than during previous decades, targeting what it described as terrorist sites. This move has escalated fears of a potential war between the two nuclear-armed nations.
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