“Which group bears the greatest burden?” Understanding the impact of fear and exhaustion on Kashmir following the cessation of hostilities | India-Pakistan Conflict Updates

In Srinagar, part of Indian-administered Kashmir, 62-year-old Hajira is among residents grappling with the recent surge of hostilities between India and Pakistan. The region, already under the strain of decades-long conflict and the implications of India’s decision to revoke the semi-autonomous status of Jammu and Kashmir in 2019, faced an unprecedented period of tension, with dr Begrunity between the two nuclear-armed nations. During this period, daily activities like Hajira’s routine of collecting subsidized grains were disrupted, as were the lives of thousands of Kashmiris caught in the potential crossfire. Spectres of war loomed, including drone activity, airport shutdowns, cross-border fire, and a human cost marked by fatalities and displacement. The announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump of mediating a ceasefire offered a moment of respite to residents. Still, underpinned by decades of conflict and unresolved political tensions, the hope for a lasting peace gives way to skepticism regarding the stability of the agreements and the long-term national and international commitment to address the root political issues.

Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/12/we-want-permanent-solution-fear-and-fatigue-in-kashmir-after-ceasefire?traffic_source=rss