Tensions between these two nuclear-armed powers are at their worst - the world should be worried

Pakistan retaliated, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting of the National Security Committee and passed reciprocal measures and held that the suspension of the water treaty would be considered an act of war. Pakistani military covertly had occupied Indian posts across the line of control (LoC) - the de facto border between the Indian and Pakistani-controlled parts of Kashmir. The latest incident could soon develop into a flashpoint and the world needs to be scared of what the consequences might be.

Author: Neville Lazarus

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