Overview
- The April 22 Pahalgam terror attack left 26 civilians dead, with India attributing the attack to Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba and identifying three suspects, including two Pakistanis.
- India has taken punitive actions, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, closing borders, and downgrading diplomatic ties, prompting reciprocal measures from Pakistan, including airspace closures and trade suspension.
- Cross-border firing continues along the Line of Control for the eighth consecutive day, with Pakistan reinforcing its military positions and India granting its forces operational freedom to respond.
- The United States has urged both nations to de-escalate tensions and cooperate on an impartial investigation, while expressing strong support for India’s fight against terrorism.
- India has launched a diplomatic campaign to isolate Pakistan globally, briefing UN Security Council members and urging the IMF and FATF to review Pakistan’s financial and counter-terrorism policies.