Just a breather
The US is reverting to its old role as global policeman, the Süddeutsche Zeitung comments:
“Donald Trump prefers to wear the toga of a powerful Roman emperor in foreign policy: he threatens, negotiates and blackmails according to the law of might is right. In Kashmir, however, things were different. In keeping with time-honoured US tradition, he once again donned the uniform of the world's policeman. Like former president Bill Clinton more than 20 years ago, Trump has brought about a moment of détente in Kashmir. Further diplomatic steps must now follow, as violence could reignite at any moment. The Kashmir conflict will continue to keep the world on tenterhooks.”
Causes of the conflict remain
Both sides will benefit from the ceasefire, says The Spectator:
“Both India and Pakistan too will celebrate their respective victories. India will likely claim to have responded with might to the April 22 attack and signal elimination of terror camps in Pakistan. Meanwhile, in addition to the global recognition of its downing of aircraft, Pakistan will likely assert a successful defence against Indian aggression. However, while Trump might have guaranteed temporary peace in the region, the roots of war will remain as long as jihadist infrastructure exists in Pakistan, and a leadership baying for Pakistan's demise continues to helm the affairs in India.”
Has the next world war already started?
Politiken comments:
“China is backing Pakistan while the US backs India. China and the US are more rivals than allies in their demand for a peaceful world. It's a sign of the times. Ukraine may already be the scene of a third world war: more than a million people have been killed or wounded there. China and North Korea are backing Russia and India is buying Russian oil, while Europe supports Ukraine and an unpredictable US is trying to take away Greenland and Canada's self-determination behind the scenes. 'Are we heading for another world war – or has it already started?' the British newspaper The Guardian asked on the weekend. The answer is: it's hard to tell.”