[lump in the melting pot]

...After all, who among us has not accidentally fired a supersonic cruise missile into another hostile, nuclear-armed country?

Important distinction added in italics...

[William Tell]

"After all, who among us has not accidentally fired a supersonic cruise missile into another hostile, nuclear-armed country?"

Remember when Reagan said: “My fellow Americans, I’m pleased to tell you today that I’ve signed legislation that will outlaw Russia forever. We begin bombing in five minutes.”

Reagan claimed to not know the mike was hot. Nevertheless, I bet it sent a clear message to the Evil Empire: "Mess with me and I will incinerate you!"

Perhaps India was sending a message.