Operation Sindoor: US faces huge losses amid tensions between India and Pakistan, THESE countries register massive gain, Shehbaz Sharif to…
New Delhi: Indian Armed Forces on Wednesday launched deadly attacks on nine terror camps operating in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). The brutal attack by India has left Pakistan reeling, unable to retaliate effectively, and now resorting to saber-rattling. It is important to note that the military tension between India and Pakistan has escalated beyond gunfire into a broader strategic confrontation. Amid this volatile situation, countries like China and Iran are positioning themselves advantageously, while the US seems to be losing its diplomatic grip.
While Beijing finds an opportunity to curb India’s rising influence, Tehran is relieved from international pressure as Washington’s focus shifts. This conflict is no longer just about military engagement but a deeper struggle for alliances and global influence. Experts provide their insights on this complex geopolitical issue.
The ongoing tension between India and Pakistan has become not only a challenge to peace in South Asia but is also causing significant shifts in global diplomatic dynamics. According to Dr. Alam Saleh, a senior political analyst at the Australian National University, this situation is turning out to be strategically beneficial for China and Iran, while proving disadvantageous for the United States.
India’s Preoccupation Presents an Opportunity for China
Dr. Saleh believes that if the tensions between India and Pakistan persist for an extended period, there is a concern that India’s energy and resources will remain entangled in dealing with Pakistan, according to a report by Al Jazeera. This could affect India’s regional engagement and its growing partnership with the United States, thereby giving China a chance to gain strategic leverage in South Asia. China has long been a close strategic ally of Pakistan and views India’s expanding regional role as a challenge. In such a scenario, a shift in India’s focus could provide China with an opportunity to further strengthen its hold in Asia.
Diplomatic Space for Iran
In this tense situation, there are signs that diplomatic space may open up for Iran, a country that views both India and Pakistan as its friends. According to Dr. Saleh, the United States is already entangled in the conflict between Gaza and Israel, and the high tensions between India and Pakistan have added a second layer of pressure. In such a scenario, the U.S.’s capacity to exert pressure on Iran—especially on sensitive issues like nuclear negotiations—has weakened. With American pressure diminishing, Iran is likely to gain greater diplomatic and strategic flexibility, enabling it to play a more influential role at the regional level.
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