Operation Sindoor – India’s Air Strikes on Pakistan (LIVE)
Published: May 7, 2025 – 4:15 AM PKT
India has launched a major military operation named "Operation Sindoor" in response to the Pahalgam massacre that killed 26 civilians. According to defense officials, precision airstrikes were carried out on terror launchpads and drone facilities in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and Punjab province.
What We Know So Far
- Operation Sindoor was launched shortly after intelligence confirmed imminent terror threats.
- Targets included alleged militant camps and drone command centers near the LOC.
- Pakistan’s ISPR claims Indian jets crossed briefly and were intercepted.
- Pakistan has closed parts of its airspace and issued a diplomatic protest at the UN.
- India says further strikes are possible “within the next 36 hours” if provoked.
Pakistan’s Response
Pakistan’s military has condemned the strikes, labeling them a "gross violation of sovereignty." The Foreign Office has summoned the Indian envoy, while ISPR released footage of wreckage it claims belongs to a downed Indian aircraft.
Emergency units are now active in Azad Kashmir, Lahore, and Gilgit. The National Security Council of Pakistan is holding an emergency session in Islamabad.
Social Media Reactions
- @HamidMirPAK: “Pakistani jets scrambled. High tension across LoC. Major escalation feared.”
- @TimesNow: “Exclusive: Operation Sindoor targeted drone bases deep inside PoK.”
- @AJEnglish: “Airspace locked down in Pakistan. China urges both sides to de-escalate immediately.”
FAQs – Operation Sindoor & India’s Strikes on Pakistan
What is Operation Sindoor?
It’s the codename for India’s latest military air campaign targeting terror camps across Pakistan-administered areas, launched in retaliation for the Kashmir massacre.
What areas did India target?
Strikes were reported in Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Bahawalpur, and along the LOC. India claims precision hits on key terror facilities.
Did Pakistan respond militarily?
Pakistan claims to have downed two Indian jets and has placed airbases on high alert, but no large-scale retaliation has been confirmed yet.
Is this turning into full-scale war?
While both sides are posturing aggressively, international powers including the US and China are calling for restraint. The next 24–48 hours remain crucial.