Jacob Shapiro is joined by Akshar Patel from The Emissary to unpack the rapidly escalating crisis between India and Pakistan after a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir. They cover what happened, why this attack is different, and why India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty is such a big geopolitical shift. Akshar breaks down Pakistan’s internal fractures, India’s military limitations, and how water is becoming a pressure point in South Asia. This isn’t just saber-rattling... it’s a slow burn with existential stakes.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Intro

(00:21) - Current Tensions Between India and Pakistan

(01:10) - Podcast Format and Guest Perspective

(02:04) - Discussion on Recent Terrorist Attack

(09:18) - Historical Context and Analysis

(19:34) - Indian Government's Response and Military Trust Issues

(25:23) - Potential Motivations and Future Implications

(28:24) - Personal Anecdote and Broader Context

(29:01) - A High Schooler's Question on Chechnya

(29:33) - Why Does India Want Kashmir?

(30:28) - Historical Context of Kashmir Conflict

(32:55) - Civilizational and Secular Significance of Kashmir

(36:36) - Geopolitical Importance of Water

(38:25) - Potential Military Conflicts and Strategies

(48:04) - Global Diplomatic Dynamics

(56:31) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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