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As Pakistan declares victory, confidence in the troubled country’s state institutions is re-emerging, at least for now.

Edan Alexander, a dual Israeli American national, was released following pressure from President Trump, who is set to travel to the region.

Pakistan said it had fired missiles at military sites in India after accusing India of targeting at least three of its air bases. India said it had targeted the bases in response to a wave of Pakistani attacks.

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The army chief, Gen. Syed Asim Munir, who usually works behind the scenes, has been shaping Pakistan’s tone in the crisis over Kashmir with his own tough talk.

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President Trump ordered a start to the strikes against the Houthis on March 15. Congressional officials say the campaign has cost well over $1 billion.