Big Take How India and Pakistan Averted War
May 13, 2025
Dan Strumpf, a Bloomberg senior reporter based in New Delhi, dives into the intense conflict between India and Pakistan over Jammu and Kashmir. He discusses the recent escalations that almost led to war and analyzes how U.S. intervention played a crucial role in brokering a surprise ceasefire. The conversation also touches on the historical complexities of the conflict, the different perspectives on foreign involvement, and the potential implications for regional stability in South Asia.
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Kashmir: Root of Conflict
- The India-Pakistan conflict centers on the disputed Jammu and Kashmir region.
- This long-standing dispute has repeatedly sparked wars and ongoing military skirmishes.
Pahalgam Attack Sparked Conflict
- On April 22, armed gunmen killed 26 civilians in Indian-administered Kashmir's Pahalgam region.
- India quickly blamed Pakistan, while Pakistan denied involvement, escalating tensions.
Conflict Resets Rules of Engagement
- Recent clashes involved new weaponry and expanded conflict zones beyond Kashmir.
- This escalation resets the framework for future India-Pakistan conflicts.