Pahalgam fallout: Why Xi Jinping may not come to rescue of 'China’s Israel'

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, China offers Pakistan diplomatic support but signals limited intervention, prioritizing its own strategic interests. Despite the proclaimed all-weather friendship, Beijing’s focus remains on internal stability, managing trade tensions, and de-escalating with India. Pakistan’s reliance on China for unconditional support may be a miscalculation, as Beijing balances regional dynamics and its own priorities.