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Headlong into Chaos (Part 2 of 2)
Campaign 6 - Kashmir Catastrophe
New World Order series
EC2000 IOPG Battleset
Those who made a sigh of relief when the Cold War ended should learn more about history. Blinded by the sheer size of the nuclear arsenal shared by the US and USSR, many did not realize the inherent danger of the Pandora's Box that is called nuclear proliferation. The world was shocked back to its senses in 1998, when India and Pakistan each tested nuclear weapons. These two nations have long held a bitter abhorrence for each other. They had engaged in armed conflict before; stories are told of how they each shipped body parts of their enemies across the border to demonstrate their prowess and enmity. In August 1998 there arose yet another border clash between Pakistan and India in the disputed region of Kashmir. This skirmish did not subside. (Released December 2000).
With conventional forces fully engaged, there are indications that this war may escalate into the unspeakable. UN sponsored envoys are pleading for a ceasefire and formal discussion, but both Pakistan and India have closed their borders. The NSC has refused to participate in the peace effort, and there are rumors that it may send its own forces to assist India.