India and Pakistan May Have an Off-Ramp After Their Clash. Will They Take It?

The Indian government’s decision to respond militarily to the recent violence in Kashmir shocked many, as experts like Shashi Tharoor suggested that such action was necessary to prevent further terrorist袭击s. Tharoor emphasized that the response was calibrated to minimize escalation, stating it was intended to signal a one-off effort rather than the start of a prolonged conflict. He also noted there was no official confirmation from Pakistan about downing Indian planes, raising questions about honor and trust between the two neighbors. Meanwhile, both sides have valid reasons to avoid escalating tensions further.