In a rapidly escalating situation, tensions between nuclear-armed neighbors India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point, with both nations exchanging tit-for-tat strikes along their borders. The backdrop of this confrontation stems from a brutal attack in April that left 26 dead in Indian-administered Kashmir, an act that India has attributed to Pakistan’s alleged support for terrorism. In a striking response, India launched airstrikes on what it claimed were terrorist camps within Pakistan, igniting nearly four days of intense fighting—the worst seen in decades. A ceasefire was brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump on May 10, but the diplomatic fallout continues.

Amidst this turmoil, Pakistan is scrambling to shift global perceptions, insisting that India is acting like a rogue state. In an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera, former Pakistani Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar claimed that Pakistan is striving for peaceful coexistence and is not engaged in a “narrative war.” However, she faces tough questions about whether Pakistan’s messaging is resonating with the international community, which appears to be leaning toward India’s perspective. Despite accusations of India’s military aggression, Khar acknowledged that the world has largely called for restraint from both sides, indicating that Pakistan’s plea for condemnation of India’s actions is falling on deaf ears.

As both nations ramp up their diplomatic efforts, the stakes are higher than ever, with fears of a larger escalation looming. The global narrative war is intensifying, and the question remains: Is Pakistan’s messaging on India convincing anyone? As the situation develops, the international community watches closely, aware that the consequences of miscalculation could be catastrophic.