In a significant escalation of tensions between nuclear-armed nations India and Pakistan, India allegedly launched missile strikes on Pakistani territory, targeting locations in Bahawalpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry condemned the incident as a “cowardly attack” carried out from within India’s airspace.

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The strikes come amid heightened tensions between the two nations, following a recent militant attack in occupied Kashmir’s Pahalgam. The incident has sparked concerns about the potential for further escalation, given both countries’ nuclear capabilities.

According to reports, Pakistan’s military responded swiftly, with all air force jets scrambled to respond to the threat. The ISPR stated that the Indian missiles were not allowed to intrude into Pakistan’s airspace, but the incident has nonetheless raised concerns about the safety and security of the region.