India confronts two-front threat as China aids Pakistan in border clash

China supported Pakistans military during its recent conflict with India, offering satellite coverage and radar upgrades, according to a Ministry of Defence-affiliated Indian think tank. This suggests a deeper Chinese role in the clash than previously acknowledged. China helped Pakistan detect Indian troop movements and reposition air defence systems. The conflict, triggered by an April 22 massacre, saw drone and missile exchanges between the nuclear-armed neighbours. Indian analysts now warn of an emerging two-front challenge involving both China and Pakistan.