Newscast Could the India-Pakistan Conflict Escalate?
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May 7, 2025 
Jeremy Bowen, BBC's International Editor, and journalist Arunoday Mukharji bring insight into the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following recent missile strikes. They discuss the long-standing Kashmir conflict and the potential ramifications of military actions on both sides. Additionally, Nick Robinson shares behind-the-scenes details of his interview with Joe Biden, reflecting on historical context and the challenges of current global security issues. The conversation emphasizes the need for measured responses to prevent further escalation.
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India's Strikes Following Terror Attack
- The conflict escalated after a terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir killing 26 people.
- India's missile strikes targeted terrorist camps in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir and Pakistan itself as a reprisal.
India's Justification for Strikes
- India justifies its strikes as measured, proportional, and based on credible intelligence of impending terrorist threats.
- The Indian government emphasized it was a preemptive action to deter future attacks, asserting "justice served."
Kashmir's Long-Standing Dispute
- Kashmir has been disputed since 1947, leading to wars and an ongoing armed separatist insurgency.
- India and Pakistan both claim Kashmir fully, controlling only parts divided by the Line of Control.