The Washington Post reports from Indian-administered Kashmir, where a fragile ceasefire follows significant violence that resulted in the deaths of at least 27 individuals, including children. The local perspective reveals the harrowing experiences of civilians like Sanam Bashir, who witnessed the lethal impact of artillery fire. The surge in violence originated from militant attacks and India's subsequent retaliation, marking the worst conflict in decades as the region stands on the brink of war amid ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir.
At least 27 people were killed, including 11-year old twins, and more than 50 injured in the Indian-administered territory of Jammu and Kashmir over four days of fighting.
Bashir doesn't remember the shrapnel striking the roof of the car, but she can't forget her aunt's sharp cry, or the hot blood that poured from her mother's neck.
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