Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India has only paused military actions against Pakistan, warning that future steps depend on Islamabad’s conduct. The ceasefire remains fragile after Pakistan violated it hours after implementation.
India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire brokered by the US, though both nations accused each other of violations shortly after the deal. The truce follows deadly cross-border strikes triggered by the Pahalgam terror attack.
Experts suggest India has multiple non-military options to punish Pakistan for Pahalgam attack – from suspending Indus Waters Treaty to supporting Baloch insurgents – without risking nuclear escalation through direct war.
As India-Pakistan tensions peak post-Pahalgam attack, security experts warn of uncontrolled escalation risks, nuclear consequences, and examine Russia’s reliability as an ally in potential conflicts with China.
Pakistan’s ambassador to Russia threatened nuclear retaliation if India attacks or disrupts water supply, calling IWT suspension an “act of war.” Both nations conduct military posturing amid worsening relations after Pahalgam terror strike.