Tensions between India and Pakistan have surged recently, resulting in numerous casualties and widespread fear among civilians. The conflict began intensifying after a Kashmir massacre, prompting India to launch retaliatory attacks on Pakistan. Both nations have since exchanged heavy fire along the Line of Control (LoC), resulting in numerous civilian deaths, with reports indicating at least 21 civilians and five armed forces members killed over a short period. Amid the chaos, a ceasefire was declared, yet fears remain as unexploded ordnance poses a serious threat to returning residents in affected areas. Reports of damage to religious sites and public infrastructure have emerged, while the humanitarian crisis deepens as displaced families struggle to return home safely. Leaders from both sides have issued warnings and statements reflecting their hardline stances, casting shadows over prospects for lasting peace.