Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has categorically denied India’s accusations that Pakistan carried out drone and missile attacks against Indian military installations at Pathankot, Jaisalmer, and Srinagar. Pakistani Foreign Office called such allegations “baseless, irresponsible, and politically motivated”, insisting they form part of an aggressive propaganda campaign aimed at maligning Pakistan and justifying further escalation.
The Express Tribune + News International reported this news item.
Allegations emerged after multiple explosions were reported in Jammu city, Indian-administered Kashmir, leading to power outages and increasing tensions in the region. India claimed Pakistani drones and missiles targeted military bases in Jammu, Udhampur, and Pathankot but their air defense systems successfully intercepted these attacks without resulting in casualties for themselves or any of their allies (Reuters/The Guardian/Australian).
Pakistan’s Foreign Office responded that these accusations are baseless and serve only as justifications for India to justify its aggressive actions in the region. Their statement highlighted how such claims form part of a pattern of disinformation designed to divert attention away from India’s internal issues and actions within its borders.
India escalated tensions after initiating “Operation Sindoor,” an airstrike campaign targeting what it described as terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. India claimed these strikes were in retaliation for an April 22 attack which killed 26 people and resulted in 31 civilian deaths and 57 injuries – women and children among them according to Pakistan reports. AP News + The Times = New York Post.
Pakistan has accused India of violating its airspace with drones and missiles, alleging multiple violations within recent days. Pakistani military reported shooting down five Indian fighter jets as well as 29 drones including Israeli-made Harop drones (AP News; Al Jazeera +4; Reuters | Arab News +2) whilst shooting down at least 29 Harop drones produced by Israel (AP News | Al Jazeera); this according to Al Jazeera; Reuters | Arab News.
The international community has expressed grave alarm at escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, two nuclear-armed neighbors. The United States, Russia, and China have strongly advised both India and Pakistan to exercise restraint and engage in dialogue to de-escalate their situation. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has spoken directly with leaders from both countries highlighting the need for immediate de-escalation and diplomatic engagement – including Arab News, Reuters and The Guardian reports of contacts being established between both leaders to defuse tensions as quickly as possible.
As tensions remain high between India and Pakistan, both nations have increased border patrols, suspended flights, and prepared for potential further conflict. An ongoing exchange of accusations and military actions underscores how fragile peace may be in this region and points towards an urgent need for diplomatic solutions that prevent any further escalation.