The high-stakes stand-off between India and Pakistan seems to be de-escalating after the United States brokered an immediate ceasefire between the two nuclear powers, but their bad blood has only continued to boil.

The most serious direct conflict between India and Pakistan in decades has been halted for now, but tensions remain high. View on euronews

PM Narendra Modi, while addressing the brave jawans at Adampur Air Base, issued a strong message to Pakistan. He said India has paused its military response after Pakistan's appeal, but warned that any future act of terrorism or military misadventure will be met with a fitting reply — on India's terms and timing.