After Pahalgam: A Crisis That Demands Caution, Not Conflict
The already delicate relationship between India and Pakistan has been pushed into a dangerous zone following the tragic attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir on April 22, 2025 . This horrifying event—where 26 people, mostly Hindu tourists, were killed by unidentified gunmen —has become the epicenter of a rapidly worsening standoff between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. While the world mourns the victims and prays for peace, both countries have responded with swift, high-stakes decisions . But amid the emotional and political reactions, one key question remains: Shouldn’t there have been a thorough investigation first, before making irreversible moves? What Happened in Pahalgam? On a peaceful spring afternoon in Pahalgam—a scenic valley popular among tourists—unknown assailants disguised in camouflage opened fire on a group of Hindu pilgrims. Survivors claim the attackers asked people about their religion before opening fire. A group calling itself the “Kashmir Resistance” claimed re...