This week on Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja discuss geopolitical and societal complexities of the India-Pakistan conflict, examining the historical context, demographic challenges, military capabilities, and potential outcomes of the ongoing tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.

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—X / TWITTER:@samoburja@eriktorenberg@turpentinemedia—HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE EPISODE:• The India-Pakistan conflict is rooted in the partition of British India.• Both countries have significant military capabilities, including nuclear weapons.• India's large Muslim population poses internal stability challenges during conflicts.• Pakistan's military plays a crucial role in maintaining state cohesion.• The potential for a prolonged war could lead to significant domestic unrest in India.• China's involvement in the region complicates the geopolitical landscape.• The conflict is characterized by a cycle of sporadic fighting and ceasefires.• Misunderstandings about the precariousness of Pakistan's state legitimacy are common.• An expansionist war for India lacks a clear victory scenario.• The historical narratives of both countries shape their current political identities.