Key Facts
• On April 22, a terror attack triggered India’s military action in Pakistan.
• India launched cross-border strikes under the pretext of “counterterrorism.”
• Armed conflict lasted four days, ending with a ceasefire on May 10.
• India sent bipartisan delegations to over 30 countries, including Japan, for support.
• Pakistan denied India’s claims of supporting the April 22 attack.
• Both nations intensified domestic crackdowns; India arrested YouTubers for alleged espionage.
• Pakistan sought UN mediation over the Kashmir territorial dispute.
• Pakistan promoted military achievements, elevating its army chief to “Field Marshal.”
• India suspended the Indus Water Treaty, critical for Pakistan’s water supply.
• Pakistan accused India of supporting terrorism in Baluchistan.
• No progress on reopening borders or resuming trade between the two nations.
Summary
One month after India’s military action in Pakistan, tensions remain high as both nations engage in an intense information war. India justified its actions as counterterrorism, while Pakistan denied involvement in the April 22 attack that sparked the conflict. Despite a ceasefire on May 10, diplomatic efforts have stalled. India dispatched delegations to over 30 countries to garner support, while Pakistan sought UN intervention over Kashmir. Both nations have accused each other of supporting terrorism, with Pakistan alleging Indian involvement in a Baluchistan attack. India’s suspension of the Indus Water Treaty has further strained relations, leaving Pakistan in a precarious position. Border closures and trade halts persist, with no resolution in sight.
