Pakistan, May 15 -- Two weeks after India had officially suspended the Kartarpur Corridor "until further notice," tensions continue to run high following the cross-border military strikes.

The move came alongside India's refusal to alter its stance on the Indus Waters Treaty, signalling a broader political posture rather than a case-by-case assessment. But for millions of Sikhs, the move means only one thing: their pilgrimage to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib-the resting place of Guru Nanak-has been made collateral in New Delhi's political campaign.

In stark contrast, Pakistan, despite being the target of Indian aggression, chose not to shut its end of the corridor. "We will keep the gates open. Religion should not be hostage to politics," said ...