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Operation Sindoor: What happened overnight?

Pakistani Retaliation

  • Launched Fatah-II ballistic missile targeting Delhi, intercepted in Sirsa, Haryana.
  • Conducted drone strikes on 26 Indian locations (Jammu & Kashmir to Gujarat), targeting military and civilian sites; most intercepted by S-400, MR-SAM, and Barak-8 systems.
  • Drones included Turkish-Asisguard Songar models; 300–400 deployed over two days.
  • No confirmed use of cruise missiles or naval “cruisers”; term likely a misreport of missile/drone activity.

Aerial Engagements

  • Earlier dogfight (May 7–8) involved 125 Indian and Pakistani jets using long-range missiles (e.g., Chinese PL-15); Pakistan claimed downing five Indian jets, including a Rafale, with debris in Indian-administered Kashmir and Punjab.
  • Unconfirmed reports of new dogfight overnight; Pakistani jets reportedly spotted over Delhi airspace, but no verified aerial battle on May 9–10.
  • Indian Air Force debunked claims of S-400 destruction in Adampur.

Indian Counterstrikes

  • Struck three Pakistani airbases—Nur Khan (Rawalpindi), Murid (Chakwal), Rafiqui (Shorkot) and possibly Sukkur Airport, using air-to-surface missiles and drones under Operation Sindoor.
  • Indian drone destroyed a Pakistani air defense radar in Lahore; strikes targeted military and terror infrastructure.
  • Ministry of Defence called strikes “measured, non-escalatory, and proportionate” in response to Pakistani attacks.

LoC Artillery Exchanges

  • Heavy artillery and mortar shelling along the Line of Control in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar, Rajouri, Akhnoor, and Samba sectors.
  • Pakistan’s shelling killed 16 Indian civilians, including women and children; damaged a gurdwara and homes in Poonch.
  • India’s counter-artillery fire responded to ceasefire violations; Pakistan reported civilian casualties from Indian shelling.
  • Intermittent firing continued overnight in Uri, Poonch, Karnah, and Tangdhar.

Debris and Damage

  • Missile and drone debris found across India (Punjab, Rajasthan, J&K) and Pakistan (Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi).
  • Notable debris: Fatah-II missile parts in Sirsa, Chinese PL-15 missile remnants in Punjab, and Israeli-made Harop drone fragments in Pakistan.
  • Debris in Ferozpur, Punjab, injured Indian civilians; in Pakistan, drone debris caused one civilian death and injuries.
  • India conducting forensic analysis of drone debris to assess Pakistani capabilities.

Ongoing Engagements

  • Indian air defenses intercepted Pakistani drones and missiles overnight; explosions reported in Srinagar, Jammu, Baramulla, and Jaisalmer.
  • Pakistan’s air defenses downed 25–29 Indian drones; explosions in Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Karachi.
  • Surface-to-air missile systems active in Srinagar; intermittent LoC firing persists.
  • Blackouts imposed in Indian cities (Jalandhar, Akhnoor, Bikaner) to counter drone threats; Pakistan temporarily closed airspace, disrupting airports.

Civilian Impact in India

  • Casualties: At least 16 civilians, including women and children, killed in Pakistani shelling along the LoC in sectors like Poonch, Kupwara, and Baramulla.
  • Injuries: Falling drone and missile debris in Ferozpur, Punjab, injured several civilians; exact numbers unconfirmed.
  • Displacement: Tens of thousands fled border areas in Jammu & Kashmir due to intense cross-border firing, with families seeking safety in relief camps.
  • Infrastructure Damage: Pakistani shelling damaged civilian homes, schools, and a gurdwara in Poonch; power outages reported in affected areas.
  • Disruptions: Blackouts imposed in Jalandhar, Akhnoor, and Bikaner to counter drone threats; commercial flights disrupted at northern airports like Srinagar and Jammu.
  • Psychological Toll: Reports of panic and fear in border communities, with residents bracing for further escalation.

International and Diplomatic Context

  • G7, U.S., China, and Russia urged restraint and dialogue; U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged both sides for de-escalation.
  • Pakistan’s Prime Minister convened the National Command Authority, overseeing its nuclear arsenal, signaling heightened nuclear risks.
  • Both countries’ airports faced disruptions; Pakistan’s airspace closure affected regional travel.

Conflict Background

  • Triggered by April 22, 2025, Pahalgam attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, killing 26, prompting India’s Operation Sindoor targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and PoK.
  • Pakistan’s retaliation named Operation Bunyan Ul Marsoos (“Wall of Lead”), escalating tensions.

Current Status

  • Situation remains volatile with ongoing interceptions and LoC clashes.
  • Indian government scheduled a briefing at 10 AM IST on May 10 to provide updates.
  • Nuclear escalation risks underscore need for de-escalation and diplomatic intervention.

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DerpyWaffle
DerpyWaffle

Aerial enegagement info is false about Rafael shot-down, that debris image was from past.

DancingCoconut
DancingCoconut

High rank french personnel confirmed on one Rafael down. You can check it on news in CNN.

PerkyDumpling
PerkyDumpling

No indian aircraft has been shot, it's fake. My dad is in IAF

ZoomyDonut
ZoomyDonut

Turkey is the bigger enemy here - understand why China would silently fuel and support Pak, really surprising to see Turkey do this.

Pak couldn't have done anything without their and China support

DizzyNarwhal
DizzyNarwhal

Check the Turkey's economic condition 😀

JazzyPretzel
JazzyPretzel

Check this out. This is most important. We are doing well

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CosmicJellybean
CosmicJellybean

Respectfully Sir, It's not India administered kashmir. Whole Kashmir is an Indian territory, the only caveat here is POK.

DancingDumpling
DancingDumpling

Pakistan Retaliation? Retaliation of what? Hitting terror camps?

GroovyKoala
GroovyKoala

‘indian administrated kashmir’ is wrong interpretation its actually line should be- pakistan funded islamic terrorist attacked on hindu civilians in pahelgam, india.

FluffySushi
FluffySushi

Since so many news channel posting fake news. I really doubt everything on social media.

CosmicCupcake
CosmicCupcake

Yes, There was a live briefing by MEA around 30mins back Look for the video on youtube ANI news channel

TwirlyPotato
TwirlyPotato

Either watch DD news or Firstpost. Rest all channels are busy spreading misinformation for their TRP.

PrancingSushi
PrancingSushi

Indian army reiterate their commitment to non escalation.

Baar baar ye line bolte hai har press breefing me. Itne defensive mode me rahe. Baar baar dikha rahe ki hum koi provocation nahi chahte. Pata nahi esi kya majburi hai.

ZestyPenguin
ZestyPenguin

Words are mere words. Actions are real

TwirlyPotato
TwirlyPotato

Because Pakistan wants to play victim. They need a chance to put the blame on India. Yesterday they even denied doing any sort of attack on the night of 8-9 May. By showing restraint, India conveys the message that we don’t want to escalate, but will not keep quiet if Pakistan keeps up with its actions.

indian adminstered punjab and kasmir ?? what is this nonsense??? can you call out simply punjab and kashmir state of india...dont mention this adminstered nonsense

SwirlyPancake
SwirlyPancake

Don't spread fake news u will be in jail

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