Attari-Wagah border crossing, India — Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following a deadly attack in Pahalgam, the Attari-Wagah border has become a poignant symbol of division for families, exemplified by Saira and Farhan, who were separated due to a sudden Indian government directive expelling Pakistani citizens. The couple, who fell in love online, faced the heartbreak of separation at the border checkpoint, reflecting the distress of many individuals like Haleema, who after 25 years in India, was forced to return to Pakistan, leaving her family behind. As both countries navigate heightened hostilities, the border remains closed for movement and trade, affecting countless lives caught in the crossfire of political strife.
