India-Pakistan tensions and U.S. mediation

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Former Supreme Court Justice David Souter dies at 85. India and Pakistan are on the brink of war following deadly terrorist attacks and military strikes. The United States is attempting to mediate tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors.

Key Points

  • India and Pakistan engaged in worst fighting in decades
  • United States attempting to mediate but facing challenges
  • Tensions escalating in various aspects including cricket matches

Pros

  • Efforts to ease tensions by the United States
  • Calls for reducing tensions and avoiding escalation

Cons

  • Risk of all-out war between India and Pakistan
  • Loss of civilian lives and escalating violence