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India Cuts Ties with Pakistan After Pahalgam Terror Attack

4/29/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives, India has cut diplomatic ties with Pakistan and shut its borders. Tensions soar as Pakistan's Defence Minister warns of a looming Indian military response. Both countries are on edge, ramping up military readiness amid fears of an escalating conflict.

History

Historical Context

The Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 people, intensifies longstanding tensions between India and Pakistan. The Kashmir conflict, rooted in the late 1980s insurgency, has seen numerous violent incidents, including the 2019 Pulwama attack. India's response, cutting diplomatic ties and increasing military readiness, echoes past escalations, such as the 2001 Indian Parliament attack, which similarly strained relations and heightened military posturing.

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Story summary

In the wake of the tragic Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives, India has cut diplomatic ties with Pakistan and shut its borders. Tensions soar as Pakistan's Defence Minister warns of a looming Indian military response. Both countries are on edge, ramping up military readiness amid fears of an escalating conflict.

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