India-Pakistan Conflict Could Escalate to War

Introduction
The past 24 hours have seen a dangerous escalation in the decades-long India-Pakistan conflict, with cross-border skirmishes, diplomatic ruptures, and nuclear posturing bringing the nuclear-armed rivals to the brink of broader military confrontation. The flashpoint remains the disputed region of Kashmir, where a lethal terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, ignited a chain reaction of retaliatory measures, accusations, and military mobilizations. This report examines the latest developments across military, diplomatic, and humanitarian fronts, offering a comprehensive overview of a crisis that threatens regional stability and global security.