India, Pakistan Tensions Rise After Deadly Kashmir Attack

Tensions between India and Pakistan have sharply increased following a deadly April 22 attack in Pahalgam, Indian Kashmir, which killed 26 people, mostly Hindu tourists. Both countries accuse each other of unprovoked ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC), with incidents including the Pakistan Army's downing of an Indian surveillance drone. India has responded by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and revoking Pakistani visas, while Pakistan has threatened to suspend the 1972 Simla Agreement and close its airspace to Indian flights. Each side has traded accusations of cross-border terrorism: India blames Pakistani nationals for the Pahalgam attack, while Pakistan denies involvement and calls for a neutral investigation. The situation has prompted diplomatic interventions from countries such as the UAE, urging restraint and dialogue. Increased military activity and retaliatory measures have raised fears of further escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors.