Pahalgam attack: A simple guide to the Kashmir conflict
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Report: 7 Pakistani Soldiers Killed in IED Blast in Balochistan
Above: Pakistan's Frontier Corps stands guard at the siege site after armed militants ambushed a train at Pehro Kunri in Balochistan on March 15, 2025. Image copyright: Contributor/AFP via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
This attack is a senseless escalation at the hands of India, while it illegally occupies Kashmir and baselessly accuses Pakistan of supporting terror, and underscores the ongoing security challenges and the complex dynamics of insurgency and militancy in Balochistan, where separatist groups and India's proxy forces pose significant threats to Pakistan's stability.
Narrative B
The attack in Balochistan is a tragedy that India had nothing to do with. The only escalating party in this dispute is Pakistan, which supported terror in Kashmir and attempted to stoke tensions with these false claims. Pakistan's security troubles are coming from inside the house as it exploits Baloch resources, fueling resentment and support for separatist movements.