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Pak set new normal by giving 'quid pro quo plus' response to Indian actions, claims Ishaq Dar

Pak set new normal by giving 'quid pro quo plus' response to Indian actions, claims Ishaq Dar

Deccan Herald17 hours ago

India carried out precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on May 7 after the Pahalgam terror attack. Following Indian strikes, Pakistan attempted to hit Indian military bases. However, the Indian side responded strongly to the Pakistani actions.

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