Following a deadly attack in Pahalgam that reportedly targeted members of the Hindu community, India has taken a series of retaliatory measures against neighboring Pakistan. New Delhi has accused Islamabad of backing the gunmen involved in the assault.
In response, India has expelled Pakistani diplomats, suspended a key water-sharing agreement, and canceled visas for Pakistani citizens. Pakistan, in turn, has implemented reciprocal actions. These developments have led to rising tensions along the border, with reports of minor clashes in frontier areas.
This week, a Pakistani government minister alleged that India could be preparing for a military offensive. With both countries possessing nuclear weapons and a history of conflict — their most recent war occurring in 1999 — the situation has drawn international concern. The United States has called on both nations to de-escalate and seek diplomatic solutions.
Amid these rising tensions, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited India in February as part of efforts to finalize a long-awaited trade agreement between the European Union and New Delhi. Following the Pahalgam attack, von der Leyen expressed condolences to the Indian people, stating that “Europe will stand with you” in a message posted to X (formerly Twitter).













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