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Turkey-Pakistan Alliance Challenges India's Diplomatic Balance

5/19/2025

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Turkey and Pakistan's bond has deepened under President Erdogan, shifting the dynamics with India. Although Turkey's backing of Pakistan raises alarms in India, the minimal trade between the two countries tempers drastic responses. Meanwhile, India skillfully balances its intricate ties with both Israel and Arab nations, all while maneuvering through a landscape of persistent conflicts.

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Story summary

Turkey and Pakistan's bond has deepened under President Erdogan, shifting the dynamics with India. Although Turkey's backing of Pakistan raises alarms in India, the minimal trade between the two countries tempers drastic responses. Meanwhile, India skillfully balances its intricate ties with both Israel and Arab nations, all while maneuvering through a landscape of persistent conflicts.