Overall Highlights

• Tensions between India and Pakistan are exacerbated by military pacts involving regional allies like Bangladesh.
• Pakistan’s political leaders justify cross-border actions, suggesting a potential escalation in hostilities.
• India expresses concerns over Pakistan’s military relations and nuclear capabilities, indicating a regional security dilemma.
• Both nations are navigating complex geopolitical landscapes influenced by external powers such as the US and China.

India Perspective (India Sources)

• Concerns over a potential Bangladesh-Pakistan military pact that could include nuclear dimensions.
• Statements from Pakistani leaders suggest a willingness to justify cross-border actions, raising alarms in India.
• India’s media highlights the need for vigilance against Pakistan’s military alliances and their implications for regional security.

Pakistan Perspective (Pakistan Sources)

• Pakistan’s leaders assert that their military actions are justified in response to perceived threats from India.
• Political rhetoric emphasizes Pakistan’s readiness to respond to any aggression from India, particularly regarding support for Bangladesh.
• Reports highlight internal security challenges in Pakistan, including violent incidents in Balochistan, which may affect its military focus.

Sources

This summary is based on 20 articles from the following sources:

1. [en-IN] Bangladesh-Pakistan military pact in works, Intel flags possible nuclear dimension - suryaa.com (12/24/2025)
2. [en-IN] ‘If Pakistan’s cross-border attacks are considered justified, then India can…:’ Pakistan leader makes STRON - india.com (12/24/2025)
3. [en-IN] We won’t sit idle if Delhi shows hostility to Dhaka: Pakistan politician - dailyasianage.com (12/24/2025)
4. [en-IN] Investment counsellors share priorities for 2026 - The Express Tribune (12/24/2025)
5. [en-IN] In Pakistan, seeking peace and accountability ends in disappearance - BLiTZ - Fears None But God (12/23/2025)
6. [en-IN] Pakistan Cleric Slams Asim Munir Over Afghanistan Strikes, Says India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ Then Justified - Times Now (12/23/2025)
7. [en-IN] Pakistan: Security crisis spiked in Balochistan in 2025; 453 killed in 432 violent incidents across the region - Organiser (12/23/2025)
8. [en-IN] Quiet Diplomacy: Strategic Impact Of Pakistan-Libya Relations – OpEd - Eurasia Review (12/23/2025)
9. [en-IN] 2025 tests India-US relations amid tariffs, Pakistan tilt: Expert - INDIA New England News (12/23/2025)
10. [en-IN] China is investing tens of billions, building deep-water ports in Pakistan, extending corridors of more than 3.000 km from the Asian interior to the Arabian Sea, and creating a strategic route to bypass the Strait of Malacca. - CPG Click Petróleo e Gás (12/23/2025)
11. [en-PK] Gold surpasses $4,500 an ounce, fueling safe-haven demand amid global uncertainty - Profit by Pakistan (12/24/2025)
12. [en-PK] December 24, 2025 - Lahore - 1, - The Nation (Pakistan ) (12/24/2025)
13. [en-PK] Kh Asif rejects Fazl’s criticism of Islamabad’s action against Taliban - Daily Times (12/23/2025)
14. [en-PK] Healthcare crisis grips Hyderabad - The Express Tribune (12/23/2025)
15. [en-PK] From Strategic Reset to Global Leader - Daily Times (12/23/2025)
16. [en-PK] Pakistan’s two-front war - The Express Tribune (12/23/2025)
17. [en-PK] Signal lost with jet carrying Libyan army chief over Ankara, says Turkey - Pakistan Today (12/23/2025)
18. [en-PK] Mr Modi: Runner-up in 2025 - The Nation (Pakistan ) (12/23/2025)
19. [en-PK] Pakistan’s Drone Leap - The Nation (Pakistan ) (12/23/2025)
20. [en-PK] Eight terrorists killed in joint operation following martyrdom of five cops in Karak attack - Pakistan Today (12/23/2025)