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Deadly Blasts Rock Islamabad and New Delhi Amid Tensions

11/12/2025

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Summary

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Two deadly blasts in Islamabad and New Delhi killed 12 and 13 people, respectively.
Pakistani officials blamed India for the Islamabad attack, alleging it was orchestrated by “Indian proxies.”
India dismissed the accusation as baseless and remains cautious to avoid further conflict.
Analysts say Pakistan faces a surge in militant attacks amid deteriorating Pakistan-Taliban relations and ongoing instability in Afghanistan.

History

Historical Context

The partition of British India in 1947 created India and Pakistan, leading to enduring conflicts, particularly over Kashmir. Since then, over 70,000 lives have been lost due to violence and territorial disputes. Recent blasts in Islamabad and New Delhi reflect this historical animosity, as both nations accuse each other of supporting militant activities, highlighting the fragile security situation in South Asia.

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Story summary

Two deadly blasts in Islamabad and New Delhi killed 12 and 13 people, respectively.
Pakistani officials blamed India for the Islamabad attack, alleging it was orchestrated by “Indian proxies.”
India dismissed the accusation as baseless and remains cautious to avoid further conflict.
Analysts say Pakistan faces a surge in militant attacks amid deteriorating Pakistan-Taliban relations and ongoing instability in Afghanistan.

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