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Pakistan India conflict: Tensions soared on late Tuesday night as India launched missile strikes, reportedly named “Operation Sindoor,” on multiple cities in Pakistan, triggering panic and escalating fears of full-scale conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
DG ISPR confirmed that Indian missiles were fired from within Indian airspace and struck Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Masjid Subhanullah in Ahmedpur Sharqia, Bahawalpur.
He condemned the attack as “cowardly and unprovoked,” warning that Pakistan’s response will come “at a time and place of its choosing.”
“No Indian aircraft entered Pakistani airspace,” the military spokesperson said, crediting the Pakistan Air Force’s high alert status for the swift defensive response.
Initial reports revealed the death of one child and serious injuries to a woman and a man.
The Indian operation, reportedly named “Operation Sindoor,” also targeted areas in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
According to Pakistan’s military, 31 civilians were killed, while New Delhi claims it struck “terrorist infrastructure.” Islamabad, however, insists the assault deliberately targeted civilians.
In retaliation, Pakistan shot down five Indian fighter jets, including Rafales, MiG-29s, and SU-30s.
France has confirmed that Pakistan downed at least one Indian Rafale fighter jet during recent hostilities against India, marking the first-ever combat loss of the French-made aircraft, according to CNN.
India has not confirmed the losses but reported at least 12 civilian deaths on its side due to Pakistani retaliatory shelling across the Line of Control (LoC).
The fresh conflict follows a deadly attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir last month that killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists. India blamed Pakistan, a charge that Islamabad denies.
With both countries claiming Kashmir in full and having fought three wars over it, the latest flare-up risks further destabilizing the region.
This live blog brings you verified updates, official statements, public reactions, and international responses to the tensions between India and Pakistan.
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12:17 am -
Trump tells India and Pakistan to 'stop' clashes
“I want to see them stop,” US President Donald Trump said at the White House, adding: “We get along with both countries very well, good relationships with both, and I want to see it stop. And if I can do anything to help, I will be there.”
11:59 pm -
Karachi on high alert amid escalating tensions with India
Authorities have placed Karachi on high alert following a sharp escalation in tensions with India after Pakistan reportedly shot down five Indian fighter jets in response to India’s airstrike on Pakistani territory.
11:44 pm -
PSL observe one-minute silence before match
Players from both sides stood in solemn silence ahead of today’s Pakistan Super League’s (PSL) match to pay tribute to the innocent civilians martyred in what Pakistani officials have called a “cowardly attack” by India.
A one-minute silence was observed at the stadium to honor the lives lost, followed by the playing of Pakistan’s national anthem.
11:30 pm -
BCCI may shift IPL match from Dharamsala amid Indo-Pak tensions
The IPL 2025 clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI), originally scheduled in Dharamsala on May 11, is likely to be relocated to Mumbai due to rising political tensions between India and Pakistan.
The development comes after the shutdown of Dharamsala airport, following India’s launch attack in Pakistan – a military response to the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 Indian lives.
According to a report by News18, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and franchise officials are considering either DY Patil Stadium or Brabourne Stadium as the alternate venue for the PBKS-MI encounter.
Mumbai Indians, who were scheduled to arrive in Dharamsala by May 8, are now planning alternate travel routes amid the uncertainty.
10:55 pm -
31 civilians martyred in Indian strikes, confirms DG ISPR
At least 31 innocent civilians were martyred and 57 others wounded in last night’s Indian strikes across Pakistani territory, confirmed Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry in a press briefing.
Addressing the media, Lt Gen Chaudhry condemned the Indian aggression as a “cowardly attack” that deliberately struck populated civilian areas under the cover of darkness.
“Instead of engaging our military directly, the enemy has chosen to strike unarmed civilians,” he said.
He added that India’s actions expose its desperation and mark a dangerous escalation. “When we made life impossible for its terrorist proxies, India resorted to state-sponsored violence against civilians,” he stated.
Labeling the attack as an act of terrorism, the DG ISPR questioned the silence of the international community.
“If targeting women and children isn’t terrorism, then what is?” he asked, reaffirming Pakistan’s resolve to defend its people.
10:32 pm -
India will have to pay price for its blunder: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, in a televised national address, condemned India’s recent missile attack as a “grave mistake” and warned that it “will not go unpunished.”
Sharif declared that India had miscalculated Pakistan’s resolve. “They thought we would retreat – but we are a brave nation, ready to defend our homeland till the last drop of blood,” he said.
Calling India’s late-night incursion a strategic error, the Prime Minister added, “India made a strategic miscalculation last night, and it will pay the price for its error.”
He praised the Pakistan Air Force’s powerful response, saying, “Our reply was crushing. It echoed the thunderous legacy of Squadron Leader M.M. Alam. India was brought to its knees within hours.”
Sharif further stated, “Our Shaheens unleashed such a storm that the enemy cried out in fear. The jets that India once flaunted now lie in ashes.”
10:16 pm -
France confirms Pakistan shot down Indian rafale jet
France has confirmed that Pakistan downed at least one Indian Rafale fighter jet during recent hostilities against India, marking the first-ever combat loss of the French-made aircraft, according to CNN.
A senior French intelligence official revealed to CNN that the Rafale was among the jets targeted during Pakistan’s defensive operations.
However, India has yet to acknowledge any losses, despite Pakistan’s claim of downing five Indian Air Force (IAF) jets.
9:30 pm -
PAF successfully repelled major Indian airstrike, says PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told parliament that Pakistan successfully repelled a major Indian airstrike late Tuesday night, describing the attack as “cowardly and unprovoked.”
Speaking during a special session, the premier said India launched missiles from within its airspace, deploying 80 fighter jets targeting six locations in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Bahawalpur, Shakargarh, Sialkot, and other areas.
“Despite their scale, our armed forces thwarted the aggression and shot down five jets, including India’s Rafale aircraft,” he said.
Director General ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that Pakistan’s forces also destroyed an Indian brigade headquarters and multiple checkposts along the Line of Control. “A combat drone was downed as well,” he added.
DG ISPR said India targeted Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Muridke, and Ahmedpur Sharqia in a deliberate missile strike aimed at civilian zones.
“This shameful act will not go unanswered. Pakistan’s air defense systems responded swiftly and ensured that no Indian aircraft entered Pakistani airspace.”
5:11 pm -
Sindh declares health emergency amid rising tensions
The Sindh government has declared a health emergency in all hospitals across the province following Indian air strikes, according to the provincial health department.
All staff leaves has been cancelled with immediate effect. Hospitals have been directed to maintain round-the-clock presence of medical personnel and activate emergency response protocols.
The health department emphasized the need to ensure the availability of ambulances, oxygen, IV fluids, and essential medicines.
Hospitals have been instructed to coordinate closely with Rescue 1122, district administrations, and law enforcement agencies.
4:23 pm -
NSC empowers military to respond to Indian aggression
The National Security Committee (NSC), chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, has granted Pakistan’s armed forces full authority to respond decisively to Indian aggression that claimed 26 civilian lives and injured 46 others.
In a strongly worded statement, the NSC condemned India’s cross-border strikes on Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Sialkot, Bahawalpur, and the Neelum–Jhelum Hydropower Project, calling the attacks “a blatant act of war” and a threat to regional peace.
The committee emphasized that these areas were civilian zones and dismissed India’s claim of targeting terror camps as false and misleading.
The forum held prayers (Fatiha) for the victims and reaffirmed Pakistan’s right to respond at a time and place of its choosing in accordance with international law.
The NSC noted that targeting civilian infrastructure and critical installations is a grave breach of international conventions. It declared Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity “non-negotiable.”
Pakistan’s military responded by shooting down five Indian fighter jets and one drone.
3:16 pm -
US Secretary Marco Rubio urges peace talks amid India-Pakistan conflict
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed deep concern over the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
“I am monitoring the situation between India and Pakistan closely. I echo @POTUS’s comments earlier today that this hopefully ends quickly and will continue to engage both Indian and Pakistani leadership towards a peaceful resolution,” Rubio said.
The statement reflects Washington’s growing alarm as military actions continue between the two nuclear-armed neighbors.
The U.S. has urged both countries to avoid further escalation and maintain diplomatic engagement to prevent a wider conflict.
5:11 am -
Defence Minister says five Indian jets downed, soldiers captured
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, in an interview with Bloomberg, stated that the Pakistan Air Force has shot down five Indian aircraft and captured multiple soldiers amid rising military tensions.
He further claimed that Pakistani forces have taken some Indian soldiers into custody, though no details were provided regarding the number or location of the captured personnel.
4:42 am -
Karachi airport evacuated
In a swift security move, Karachi Airport was evacuated with all passengers sent back from terminals and urgent announcements made directing people to vacate the premises immediately.
The evacuation comes amid heightened national security tensions, following earlier airspace closures at Lahore and Islamabad airports.
Officials have not released specific details but cited precautionary measures due to the escalating regional situation.
4:33 am -
What we know so far:
- India claims to have launched targeted strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in retaliation for last month’s deadly attack on tourists in India-administered Kashmir.
- According to Indian officials, nine locations were hit, though no Pakistani military sites were targeted.
- Pakistan’s military confirmed that three locations were struck and has vowed a strong response.
- In retaliation, the Indian army alleges that Pakistan fired artillery shells across the Line of Control (LoC).
- Eyewitnesses in Pakistan-administered Kashmir, near Muzaffarabad, reported several loud explosions. Footage from the area also captured blasts.
- Kashmir remains a longstanding flashpoint between India and Pakistan. Both countries claim the region in full but govern it in parts — a source of tension since Partition in 1947.
4:32 am -
Eight civilians martyred in Indian attack, says DG ISPR
At least eight innocent Pakistani civilians, including a three-year-old girl, were martyred in an Indian military attack, the military’s media wing confirmed.
Addressing a press briefing, DG ISPR Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that the attack also left 35 people injured, among them 25 men and six women, while two civilians remain missing.
4:22 am -
Pakistan shoots down third Indian fighter jet near Awantipora
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) shot down another Indian Air Force Rafale fighter jet, bringing the total number of Indian aircraft downed to three.
Security officials confirmed that the latest jet was taken down 17 nautical miles southwest of Awantipora, with no damage sustained by Pakistani aircraft during the engagement.
The Pakistan military strongly dismissed Indian media claims of PAF losses as “fabricated and misleading,” accusing Indian outlets of spreading disinformation in a state of frenzy.
3:50 am -
Punjab shuts all schools amid rising security concerns
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has ordered the closure of all educational institutions across the province tomorrow in response to heightened security concerns.
The directive is a precautionary measure aimed at ensuring the safety of students, staff, and school premises amid escalating regional tensions.
“No compromise will be made on the safety of our children,” the Chief Minister’s Office stated, urging citizens to remain calm and cooperate with authorities.
3:37 am -
Pakistan condemns India’s aggression, vows strong response
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has strongly condemned India’s unprovoked air aggression, calling it a blatant violation of international law and Pakistan’s sovereignty.
According to the Foreign Office, the Indian Air Force targeted civilian areas in Muridke, Bahawalpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad using standoff weapons without crossing the international border or Line of Control.
The attack resulted in the martyrdom of civilians, including women and children, and posed a grave risk to commercial aviation routes in the region. Officials labeled the strike a flagrant breach of the UN Charter and norms of inter-state conduct.
The Ministry said India used the Pahalgam incident to advance a false narrative of victimhood, bringing the two nuclear-armed neighbors dangerously close to open conflict.
Pakistan stated it will respond “at a time and place of its choosing,” invoking Article 51 of the UN Charter to defend its territorial integrity. “The government, armed forces, and people of Pakistan remain united,” the statement added.
3:37 am -
Pakistan shoots down Indian drone in Sialkot Sector
Pakistan forces have shot down an Indian surveillance drone in the Dalowali sector near Sialkot.
3:21 am -
Pakistan shuts major airports amid escalating tensions with India
In response to escalating situation, Pakistan has temporarily closed Lahore and Islamabad airports, with incoming flights to Lahore, Sialkot, and Faisalabad either diverted or turned back.
Flights arrivals from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Dubai, and other countries have been rerouted as Pakistani airspace has been closed for overflying.
Authorities ordered the closure of airspace over key cities amid heightened military readiness and potential aerial threats. Flights were rerouted to safer locations as part of precautionary measures.
The Civil Aviation Authority has yet to confirm when normal operations will resume.
2:53 am -
PM convenes national security meeting
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has called an emergency meeting of the National Security Committee (NSC) today at 10 am to discuss the escalating situation with India, Federal Information Minister confirmed.
The high-level session, to be held at the Prime Minister House, will include senior civilian and military leadership for consultations on the national security.
2:43 am -
US president Trump condemns Indian attack, says Pakistan has right to respond
U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly condemned India for attacking Pakistan, calling the move “a matter of shame.”
Trump criticized India’s military actions, asserted that Pakistan reserves the right to respond in defense of its people.
2:30 am -
Pakistan shot downs 2 Indian Jets in retaliation, media reports
Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has shot down two Indian military aircraft in response to cross-border aggression by Indian forces, according to media reports.
The initial report highlighted that both enemy aircraft were intercepted and destroyed near the Line of Control as part of Pakistan’s immediate and calibrated military response, while all Pakistani aircraft are safe.
Security officials further stated that the Pakistan armed forces are delivering a “befitting and proportionate” response to India’s provocative missile strikes earlier today, which targeted civilian areas.
2:14 am -
India confirms strikes on nine sites inside Pakistan
India’s Ministry of Defense has officially confirmed conducting airstrikes on nine locations within Pakistani territory, in a significant escalation of cross-border hostilities.
The Indian defense ministry released a formal statement claiming that no Pakistani military installations were targeted in the operation. The ministry emphasized the nature of the strikes as “measured,” asserting they were carried out with specific objectives.
2:12 am -
Karachi Mayor Condemns Attack
Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab has strongly condemned the recent Indian attack on Pakistan, declaring that the people of Karachi stand shoulder to shoulder with the nation’s armed forces.
2:09 am -
Defence Minister Vows Response Stronger Than India’s Attack
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has warned that Pakistan will respond with greater force than the way India attacked, calling the incident a betrayal carried out from behind.
Speaking to reporters in Islamabad, the minister said that “the enemy attacked from behind” and made it clear that Pakistan is fully capable of answering any aggression with a stronger and more effective response.
“Our message is loud and clear: this will not go unanswered,” Asif added.
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