This week, India concluded a significant trade agreement with the UK while simultaneously launching military operations in response to recent terrorist attacks in Kashmir attributed to Pakistani groups. This duality reflects India's status as a rising global power, amidst its ongoing struggle with regional instabilities and historical conflicts, particularly with Pakistan. The military operations target suspected terrorist infrastructure, though civilian casualties have been reported. The international community remains concerned about potential escalation between the nuclear powers, especially without strong external mediation, as the U.S.'s historical role in de-escalation appears diminished under current leadership.
In contrast, the military operations targeting Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir demonstrate how India continues to be bogged down by instabilities in its neighbourhood and held hostage to its history.
The name of the military operation Sindoor refers to a symbol of marriage, alluding to the women who lost their husbands in the attack that selectively targeted Hindu men.
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