India-Pakistan tensions reached a new high following reports of missile and drone attacks on Indian military facilities. India claimed that it has intercepted attacks on strategic targets despite Pakistan refusing such an act and labeling reports as “baseless propaganda.” Let’s dig deeper to see what actually occurred.
India has reported Pakistani-origin missiles and drones have made attempts to hit military bases in Udhampur, Pathankot, and Jammu. The Indian Ministry of Defence had reported the attacks were swiftly countered by advanced air defense systems. Locals in Jammu and kashmir heard the explosion of huge explosions, and blackouts were enforced in all major cities for precautionary measures.
Air defense equipment was utilized for intercepting threats, i.e., missiles and drones. Despite the fact that India claims it repelled Pakistani drone and missile attacks with success, Pakistan has denied any involvement but rejected the claim as propaganda. As tensions ran high, world leaders demanded that the two nations step back from further provocation. The situation remains volatile with both sides watching closely.
The Pakistan Defence Minister, Khawaja Asif, denied the allegations of attacks on Indian states’ claims. He also loud and clear made it clear that Pakistan had launched no attacks. He also made it clear that Pakistan won’t start the military attacks and then withdraw and hide behind it. The Foreign Office of Pakistan also denied the charges against Pakistan as it invaded India, in the shape of a “reckless propaganda campaign” launched by Indian media to generate tension.
International Reactions and Appeals for De-escalation
The increased tensions have attracted the attention of the United Nations and global leaders, who have urged restraint from both nations. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met separately with Indian and Pakistani officials, urging de-escalation. US President Donald Trump, in his turn, urged both nations to desist from retaliatory actions and vowed to assist in ending the conflict.
Impact on Civilians and Security Measures
Blackouts were conducted in most of the Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Rajasthan cities due to security concerns.
Border regions witnessed shelling at a greater scale with evacuation of civilians.
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