politics

April 4, 2026

Kashmiris see Russia as counterweight to Western hegemony

Syed Ruhullah Mehdi says many Kashmiris view Russia as a counterbalance to Western hegemony and want Moscow to take a proactive role on Iran.

Kashmiris see Russia as counterweight to Western hegemony

TL;DR

  • People in Jammu and Kashmir see Russia as a counterbalance to Western hegemony.
  • There is an expectation that Russia will support its friends in their fight for survival.
  • A desire exists for Russia to play a proactive role in regional conflicts.
  • Pakistan has questions to answer regarding its actions in its neighborhood.
  • India's lack of mediation in a conflict was a lost opportunity.
  • The West lacks moral authority to discuss killing due to past actions, including a genocide in Gaza and the US use of nuclear bombs.
  • Ayatollah Khamenei's martyrdom is seen as a blessing for the unity of the Muslim society.

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