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Why The World Needs To Watch The India-Pakistan Nuclear Standoff

Submitted by Michael Krepon via The Strategic Culture Foundation,

Nuclear dangers are growing in five different regions. The least noticed is South Asia. New Delhi has not been able to figure out how to deal with militant groups that enjoy safe havens in Pakistan. So far, India’s options have been to do nothing after attacks or execute war plans that invite mushroom clouds. A third option, which involves commando raids, may now be coming into view.

India To Deploy Hundreds Of Battle Tanks On Border With Pakistan

India is about to deploy almost 500 main battle tanks (MBTs) along its Western and Northern borders with Pakistan. The move substantially increases a large tank force that is already there and according to analysts could be an indication that India is preparing to activate its ‘Cold Start’ doctrine if required. Pakistan has already vowed that it would use all the weapons at its disposal to defend it’s country, including nuclear weapons.

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