Dr. Lokman Khan
Terrorism is an abomination that must be condemned without reservation, regardless of where it takes place or who commits it. The recent tragic incident in Kashmir is no exception. It is deeply disturbing and must be strongly denounced.
However, the aftermath of the attack is equally worrying. India has promptly pointed fingers at Pakistan, while Pakistan has responded by accusing India of staging the incident for political gain. This blame game, in such a volatile region, could easily spiral out of control, potentially dragging both nations toward a disastrous conflict — even risking nuclear confrontation. As a Bangladeshi, I cannot help but feel a deep sense of concern.
It is important to note that while Indian officials have accused Pakistan, they have yet to provide concrete evidence to support these claims. Rhetoric alone, particularly in such a delicate situation, is dangerous.
Context matters. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been facing significant unpopularity, both domestically and in neighboring countries, largely due to controversial policies and deteriorating diplomatic ties. Historically, Modi’s government has been accused of using staged incidents to rally nationalist sentiment. Is it unreasonable, then, to ask: could this attack be a convenient diversion from internal discontent and economic turmoil?
Moreover, the timing raises eyebrows. Why would an unknown terrorist cell strike just when a senior U.S. official is visiting the region? History has seen similar attacks coinciding with high-level foreign visits. Are we to simply dismiss this as coincidence, or should we at least be open to asking uncomfortable questions? Can we truly fault those who point to conspiracy?
In times like these, a rush to judgment could prove catastrophic. Both India and Pakistan owe it to their people — and to the world — to exercise maximum restraint, to conduct thorough and transparent investigations, and above all, to find a path to de-escalation.
26 April 2025
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