India launches strikes on Pakistan and Pakistan-controlled territory in response to militant attack in Kashmir, escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed rivals.
Key Points
India launched strikes in response to militant attack in Kashmir
Tensions have been rising since April
Pakistan vows to respond forcefully
International concern over escalation between nuclear-armed countries
Pros
India taking action against terrorist attacks
Sending a message to Pakistan about consequences of supporting militants
Cons
Risk of further escalation into full-scale conflict