After four intense days of missile attacks, drone intrusions, and heavy firing along the Line of Control (LoC), India and Pakistan agreed to stop all military action on land, air, and sea starting the evening of May 10.
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However, just a few hours after the ceasefire, Pakistani drones were seen flying in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Srinagar, and even in Gujarat. These were intercepted by Indian forces.
India called this a violation of the ceasefire and said that its military is responding in a strong and suitable way. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said India is taking these violations very seriously.
What Happened Over the Last Few Days?
- May 10 Morning: Indian Air Force jets launched BrahMos-A cruise missiles targeting important Pakistani air bases, including Chaklala near Rawalpindi and Sargodha in Punjab. These bases are key for Pakistan’s air operations and logistics.
- Later, more attacks were confirmed on bases in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) – including Jacobabad, Bholari, and Skardu. These strikes were confirmed after intelligence teams assessed the damage.
- After these strikes, Pakistani military feared India might target their nuclear command centers next. Security was increased at key military offices in Rawalpindi.
- Pakistan then contacted the United States urgently. U.S. officials were already monitoring the situation and, seeing the danger, urged Pakistan to contact India directly through military channels and stop further escalation.
- By the afternoon of May 10, after several Pakistani attacks were pushed back by Indian forces, Major General Kashif Abdullah of Pakistan called Indian Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai at 3:35 PM IST using the military hotline.
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India made it clear it would not enter into direct talks with Pakistan unless it followed proper military protocol. India also told the world it had no plans for negotiations and was fully prepared for more action if needed – including striking Pakistan’s energy and economic infrastructure.
Finally, India said its earlier decisions, like temporarily stopping the Indus Waters Treaty after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, will not change even after the ceasefire.
