ISLAMABAD – Pakistani armed forces confirmed capture of several Indian soldiers after series of retaliatory missile strikes. The strikes, which followed two weeks after deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam,
Pakistan’s Defense Minister confirmed that Indian soldiers were captured in the wake of an escalating military exchange. Reports indicate that Indian jets, including Rafale aircraft, were shot down during the intense air clashes, bringing the number of Indian aircraft lost to five.
In retaliation, India launched missile strikes targeting key locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
Pakistan reported at least eight fatalities and 35 injuries in the wake of the strikes, as military forces on both sides continue to engage. According to reports, Pakistani air defense systems successfully intercepted and downed several Indian fighter jets, with five Indian aircraft confirmed destroyed. Among the downed aircraft were Indian Rafale jets, which had been recently integrated into India’s air force and are capable of carrying nuclear payloads.
Amid military escalation, India’s defense forces have vowed to take further actions to counter Pakistan’s growing military presence along the border. Indian officials have condemned Pakistan’s military actions, claiming that the recent missile strikes are a violation of international law.
The situation remains fraught with tension, as both India and Pakistan are nuclear-armed nations. While both governments have refrained from discussing the possibility of nuclear escalation, military analysts fear that the intensity of the conflict could quickly spiral into further military action, particularly as both countries bolster their defenses.
As strikes continue to intensify along the border, the capture of Indian soldiers and the destruction of fighter jets mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The situation remains volatile, with both nations on high alert as the international community closely monitors the crisis.
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