One year after Operation Sindoor: India had the jets, the digital army, and a decade of nationalist momentum. Pakistan had self-deprecatory jokes and diplomatic trolling. Guess who won.
"In so far as bilateral sports events in each other's country are concerned, Indian teams will not be participating in competitions in Pakistan," sports ministry says.
US media, think tanks highlight shifting diplomatic dynamics under Trump; analysts say water tensions could emerge as a parallel escalation pathway alongside military confrontation.
Foreign Office hopes world will call on India to "demonstrate responsible behaviour and refrain from rhetoric and actions that may spoil ongoing efforts for regional and international peace".
"India had suffered a humiliating defeat in the diplomatic and narrative battle following the operation, the scars of which would never heal," Rafique Nayyar says.
Says Pakistan's decision to play T20 World Cup match against India "reflected our magnanimity, after the relevant cricket authorities realised that they had weaponised and politicised cricket".
Syed Mehar Ali Shah notes three "episodes" of India altering water flows to Pakistan since April 2025; says both must mutually agree to make any changes to pact.
