The India-Pakistan conflict, reignited by the April 22, 2025, Pahalgam attack and India’s retaliatory Operation Sindoor, teeters on the edge of escalation. With 26 lives lost and civilian casualties reported in Pakistan, the world watches as allies like the U.S. back India’s counterterrorism stance, while China and Turkey support Pakistan. This editorial delves into the historical roots, global reactions, and strategic imperatives, urging diplomacy to avert a nuclear crisis. India must balance military resolve with deft diplomacy to counter Pakistan’s supporters and secure regional stability.