On May 6, 2025, India initiated “Operation Sindoor,” a series of airstrikes targeting nine locations across Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The Indian government stated that the operation aimed to dismantle terrorist infrastructure linked to groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), in retaliation for a deadly attack on Hindu tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which resulted in 26 fatalities.
Pakistan reported that the strikes caused significant civilian casualties, with at least 26 people killed and 46 injured. The Pakistani military claimed to have shot down multiple Indian aircraft, although India has not confirmed these reports. Both nations engaged in intense cross-border shelling, leading to further casualties and escalating tensions.
The international community has expressed deep concern over the situation. The United Nations, United States, China, Russia, and other countries have called for restraint and dialogue to prevent further escalation. Airlines have rerouted flights to avoid the affected airspace, and heightened security measures have been implemented across the region.
As of now, the situation remains tense, with both India and Pakistan on high alert. The international community continues to monitor developments closely, urging both nations to engage in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict.
