In recent years, Pakistan has cultivated many friends over Islamism and shared geopolitical goals. However, none of them is likely to join it wholeheartedly in any conflict with India in the wake of the Pahalgam attack.

Gunmen terrorists attacked tourists at Baisaran meadow, killing 26 people, with security forces now hunting for the Pakistani terrorists involved. The Resistance Front claimed responsibility, and investigations are underway to uncover the network behind the attack.