The Kashmir Conflict refers to the ongoing territorial dispute between India, Pakistan, and to a lesser extent - China, over the region of Greater Kashmir, and the ongoing insurgency to foreign Indian rule by Kashmiri political and military organisations.

The common misconception is this conflict emerged after the partition of the colony of British India in 1947, when both newly formed countries claimed sovereignty over the region. In fact, the modern start to this conflict is in 1846 when the British Empire took control of the region and ceded it to another foreign entity - the Hindu Dogras who were pro-British, thus marking the start of occupation. This makes it the world’s longest running continuous conflict. This dispute has resulted in a long-standing conflict marked by violence, tension, and human rights abuses. Contrary to what India and Pakistan may say about the subject and their claims over Greater Kashmir, it is the right of the indigenous Kashmiri people to decide their fate in their own lands.

One of the main issues surrounding the Kashmir Conflict is the question of occupation and oppression by foreign entities. India currently administers the majority of the region, while Pakistan controls a slightly smaller portion. The people of Kashmir have been caught in the middle of this, facing the consequences of this territorial dispute. Throughout the years, there have been numerous allegations of human rights violations and oppression committed by both sides, mainly by India in Indian-administered areas which have been widespread and documented despite the iron fist held by them over the media. Reports of extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and sexual violence have raised concerns among international human rights organisations, however nothing has been done to help the Kashmiris to date.

The people of Kashmir have been subject to strict militarily-enforced siege and so-called security measures, including curfews, internet shutdowns, and restrictions on freedom of expression. These measures have had a profound impact on the daily lives and well-being of the Kashmiri population, exacerbating tensions and fuelling resentment.

The ongoing Kashmir Conflict remains a complex and sensitive issue, with no easy solution in sight. International efforts to mediate and resolve the dispute have been largely unsuccessful, leaving the people of Kashmir to bear the brunt of the ongoing occupation and oppression. The result of all this has culminated in a long-running insurgency by indigenous Kashmiris against the militarily-enforced control on their lands by 'foreigners'.

Kashmiris themselves remain the key stakeholders in this conflict. India refuses to allow them a voice at all, claiming the region in its entirety - taking away what little autonomy the region they administer had, in 2019. Pakistan has in recent years moved from its position of total claim to a stance which advocates for Kashmiris right to self-determination.