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It's strange, or? Where we normal people are trying to get on with our lives, our government decides to wage war with some other country, where normal people are also just trying to get on with their lives.
No one wants war, besides people selling missiles, bombs, tanks, guns, etc
There are far more that want war. Even people that would have nothing to gain but everything to lose from a war.
Send them to the front and let the problem solve itself.
The issue lies with where the sentiment comes from. Most of the time it originates from politicians who, unable to solve local problems, choose to demonize a part of society or another country in order to get away with their failures and the riches/power this enables them to grab.
As part of the constitution that was imposed on them when the US rebooted their government following WWII, Japan can't activate its military except in self defense.
Their politicians have been complaining about that and trying to get rid of it for decades now, but in my opinion every country should have such a provision. Any sane politician claims they wouldn't use the military unless someone else attacked first, so why give them the option at all?
Well, we see plenty of examples of "self defense" being proclaimed rather broadly. For instance Germany justified its participation in the NATO occupation of Afghanistan as "defending our freedom at the Hindu Kush", because there is a self defense provision in the constitution. Otherwise creating some false-flag to justify "self defense" is also a standard tactic employed since centuries if not millennia.
From a solely pessimistic point of view, you're right to be scared. This is a war between two nuclear powers and it can get real ugly in the worst case scenario.
But as long as it's kept a strategic war focused on border bickerings and damaging each other's economic ability, civilians should be safe in the most part.
I'd recommend channeling the fear into activism towards peace. If you are willing and able, get together with others and pressure your government with large protests against the war. If not, then stay safe.
Civilians live at the borders too though
I hope you and your loved ones stay safe and well.
I'm sorry this is happening to you. There's too much war in the world and not enough leaders that act responsibly. Hope you stay safe, internet stranger-friend.
May I ask where in India you live?
A don't really have a whole lot of insight or comforting words, but I have to admit that my scandinavian ass is leaning towards "It's not the first time. Cooler heads tend to prevail"
Capital of India:Delhi. No too far away or close to the border. But it's capital so yeah I am scared.
Was there a formal declaration? Was there escalation? Just trying to understand what changed since yesterday
Not yet, but seemingly Pak is interested in escalations.
Yes, I am sure Pakistan is dying to participant in a full blown out war. You are so right dude.
India bombed their country. "Pak" either goes to war or they keep doing it.
Wish you a lot of strength and hope you stay safe! It’s understandable that you’re concerned and scared, as this is a dangerous situation. Wish I could say anything else but just want you to know that I hope this will be over soon and cause no more suffering or losses.
Always thought WW3 would be the USA russia or china launching the first nuke.. hope these two knuckleheads can keep their radioactive dicks in their pants so the rest of the world doesnt go down with them..
Interestingly, India-Pakistan war was one of the top WWIII scenarios mentioned in the movie War Games (1983) - #8: https://ww31987.wordpress.com/2022/03/05/wargames-joshuas-nuclear-war-scenarios-1-59/
Would a nuclear exchange between these two countries drag the rest of the nuclear powers into the conflict?
Who knows? I figure wars often lead to unexpected results.
China sure won't sit by while people are lobbing nukes at countries on their borders.
They're not NATO countries, so I doubt it
Been 25 years since the last one, ask China to stop paying them.
Sorry for you 😔
Ugh, I'm sorry. It feels like the whole world is coming apart at the seams. My country did some terrible things recently, but I hope we will all trend in a better direction soon.
There really are very few governments today that inspire hope for the future. Everywhere politicians all seem to be focused on short-term personal enrichment and staying in power by appealing to their people's lowest urges. If we get through this period, it will be in spite of our leaders not because of them.
We're all here for you every step of the way.
Good luck, im sending you strength and courage for the times to come. As others may have said, you might want to look for communities and association, and people in general : solidarity can be crucial in hard times
I’m so sorry to hear this/see this unfolding on the global stage. Would love to hear more of your thoughts on this, if you’re willing to share
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