- By: Bhoomika Kumari
When France acknowleged Palestine as a state, it sent shockwaves through international politics. But beyond the headlines, this moment also generates a new space for other long-ignored struggles—most notably, Kashmir. The uniqueness lies in how Palestine’s renewed visibility can reshape the way Kashmir is Considered at the global stage.
- A Change In World Ethics
Palestine has long been framed as a “conflict” in Western media, just as Kashmir has. France’s recognition, however, transforms Palestine from a mere “conflict zone” to a political cause with legitimacy. This is important: if the world can begin to recognize the Palestinian identity, then it opens the door for Kashmiri identity to also gain recognition.
- Lessons for Kashmir from Palestine
Palestine’s success in regaining attention didn’t happen overnight—it came through consistent advocacy, diaspora activism, and changing global public opinion. For Kashmir, the lesson is clear: to move forward, Kashmiris and their allies need to frame their struggle not only as a territorial dispute but as a human rights and identity struggle. This shift could make Kashmir harder for the world to ignore.
- Pakistan’s international Relations Turning point
Pakistan has traditionally raised Kashmir at the UN year after year, but often with limited impact. The Palestine moment is a wake-up call. Instead of repeating the same lines, Pakistan can now tie Kashmir to broader global movements for justice. Linking it to Palestine is powerful, but linking it to universal principles of freedom, democracy, and decolonization could make it resonate far more strongly with international audiences.
- The Generation That raises its voice
Another unique factor is the role of youth. Both in Palestine and Kashmir, a new generation has grown up entirely under occupation, but they are not silent. They use social media, digital campaigns, and global solidarity networks to bypass official narratives. This new digital resistance means the Kashmir cause could follow the Palestinian model of reaching global citizens directly—even when governments stay quiet.
- Conclusion: OVERPASSING PARALLEL CHALLENGES
The world often compares Kashmir and Palestine as “similar cases.” But the real uniqueness lies in seeing them not as parallels, but as connected struggles shaping the future of global justice. If Palestine can rise again in the international conscience, then Kashmir can too—not by waiting for sympathy, but by actively building its case through modern diplomacy, youth voices, and a redefined identity narrative.
The question is no longer whether Kashmir will return to the global stage—it’s how soon Pakistan and the Kashmiri people seize this unique moment to make it happen.