India Strikes Back After Pahalgam Massacre – What We Know (LIVE)

Published: May 7, 2025 – 5:10 AM PKT

India has carried out fresh missile and air strikes targeting Pakistan-administered regions under the ongoing Operation Sindoor. This comes in direct response to the Pahalgam massacre in which 26 Indian civilians, including tourists, were gunned down. Indian authorities claim the strikes targeted terror infrastructure used to stage cross-border attacks.

What We Know So Far

• Operation Sindoor entered its second phase with coordinated missile strikes at 4:30 AM local time.
• Key locations hit: Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Kotli, Bahawalpur, and near the Punjab border.
• BBC and Reuters confirm these areas were linked to terror activity responsible for the April 23 Pahalgam killings.
• Pakistan says it has “credible intelligence” that more Indian strikes may follow.
• China, the UN, and Gulf states have issued statements urging restraint.

Pakistan’s Response

According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Pakistan's air defense responded to incoming strikes and has downed at least two Indian aircraft. Ground units have been placed on full alert across the LOC, and civilian areas near the strike zones have been evacuated.

The National Security Committee in Islamabad is meeting to decide on diplomatic and military measures. Pakistan has also reached out to the UN and OIC for an emergency session.

Social Media Reactions

• @NDTVLive: “Operation Sindoor targets 9 terror sites; 70 eliminated, say sources.”
• @BBCWorld: “India strikes again in Kashmir fallout. Global concern rising.”
• @shazbkhanzdaGEO: “Pakistan retaliates, shoots down Indian jets. Conflict worsening.”
• @ChinaForeignAffairs: “We urge India and Pakistan to avoid further escalation. Regional peace is vital.”

FAQs – India’s Strikes After Pahalgam

What triggered these strikes?

The April 23 Pahalgam massacre, where 26 civilians were killed, was the tipping point. India blames Pakistan-based militants for orchestrating the attack.

What is Operation Sindoor?

Operation Sindoor is India’s codename for the retaliatory campaign against militant bases in Pakistan-administered areas and Punjab border zones.

How has Pakistan responded?

Pakistan claims it has activated air defense, downed Indian jets, and is preparing countermeasures. Diplomatic alerts have been sent to global allies.

Are more strikes expected?

According to Indian intelligence sources, more strikes may be carried out depending on the ground situation. Pakistan has said it will respond “forcefully.”