The Take 2025 in Review: Can India and Pakistan avoid a fourth war over Kashmir?
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Dec 25, 2025 Charu Kasturi, a senior editor at Al Jazeera English with a focus on South Asia, delves into the growing tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir. She analyzes the recent spate of missile strikes and drone attacks, highlighting the shifting dynamics of warfare. Charu also discusses domestic pressures on Modi, the historical significance of Kashmir, and the delicate balance both countries must maintain to avoid full-scale conflict. She critiques media narratives, stressing the voices of Kashmiris often go unheard amidst the chaos.
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April 22 Attack Targeted Tourists
- Gunmen on April 22 separated men from women and targeted non-Muslim tourists, leaving many Hindu widows.
- The brutal nature of the attack motivated strong public calls for revenge in India.
Evidence Linking Pakistan Is Limited
- India has not publicly produced demonstrative evidence linking Pakistan's state to the April 22 attack.
- Delhi cites ties between the Resistance Front and Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba to imply Pakistani involvement.
Public Mood Shifted Quickly
- Modi's government used public anger over the April 22 attack to galvanize support for retaliation.
- Initial celebration in India turned to apprehension as Pakistan signalled it would hit back.