The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma Ep 418: What Just Happened Between India & Pakistan?
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May 19, 2025 Pranay Kotasthane, a foreign policy expert, and Aditya Ramanathan, a military strategist, dive into the recent tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam attacks. They discuss the evolving geopolitical dynamics and military strategies, highlighting the significance of public discourse in shaping national security. The duo examines the complexities of the Pakistani military jihadi complex, the influence of technological advances on warfare, and the implications of India's military preparedness. A fascinating exploration of strategy, narrative, and regional stability!
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Pakistan Military Spending Resilience
- Pakistan’s military jihadi complex sustains itself independently of Pakistan’s weakening economy.
- Military spending is maintained by buying from China or elsewhere, uncoupling military power from economic trends.
India’s Calculus Post-Pahalgam Attacks
- India’s response options after Pahalgam: strategic restraint, sub-conventional warfare, or conventional retaliation.
- India chose a visible conventional military response to impose strategic costs and send a strong message.
New Era of Air Warfare Unfolds
- India’s air strikes targeted terrorists inside Pakistan’s heartland with new weapons, signaling precision and restraint.
- Pakistan’s capability to intercept increased with drones and missiles, reflecting a multi-layered contested air defense environment.
