The recent escalation between India and Pakistan has once again raised concerns about regional stability in South Asia. Although a ceasefire has now taken hold, and both governments appear committed to de-escalating tensions, a troubling trend has emerged within Indian media and some Western outlets: the growing campaign to implicate China in the latest round of India-Pakistan clashes. These unsubstantiated allegations risk not only misleading public opinion but also inflaming tensions in a volatile region where stability is already precarious.

A particularly egregious example comes from a New Delhi-based think tank, the Center for Joint Warfare Studies, which alleged that China had provided air defense and satellite support to Pakistan during the recent skirmishes. This claim was quickly amplified by several Indian media outlets and further sensationalized by some Western commentators. They went so far as to accuse China of “shielding terrorism” and being part of an imagined anti-India axis. However, this narrative, devoid of evidence, does more to reflect domestic anxieties within India than it does to illuminate the realities on the ground.

It’s important to note that the Indian government itself has officially debunked such rumors. A particularly viral piece of misinformation claimed that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged Chinese satellite support for Pakistan. The Indian government dismissed this as fake news, urging the public to be cautious and not fall for fabricated narratives. This public statement directly contradicts the media hysteria, highlighting the growing disconnect between state policy and sensational media portrayals.

Meanwhile, China has maintained a consistent position of neutrality and restraint regarding the India-Pakistan conflict. Since tensions erupted, Beijing has repeatedly called on both sides to avoid........

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