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Sydney Morning Herald
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
Pakistan to consider de-escalation in India clash after latest strikes
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said India was committed to 'non-escalation' provided that Pakistan reciprocated. However, she said Pakistani ground forces were observed mobilising towards forward areas, 'indicating an offensive intent to further escalate the situation'. 'Indian armed forces remain in a high state of operational readiness,' she said. Singh said Indian armed forces carried out 'precision strikes only at identified military targets in response to Pakistani actions', which included technical infrastructure, command and control centres, radar sites and weapon storage areas to ensure 'minimum collateral damage', and that Pakistan had overnight launched several high-speed missiles targeting air bases and civilian infrastructure in the northern Indian state of Punjab. 'All hostile actions have been effectively countered and responded to appropriately,' she said. The Pakistani army's actions were 'provocation' and India's response had been 'measured', Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. Misri also rejected Pakistan military claims that it had destroyed several air force stations in India and caused serious damage to artillery depots, military establishments and critical infrastructure, including power stations. The Pakistani military said earlier on Saturday it had used medium-range Fateh missiles to target an Indian missile storage facility and airbases in Pathankot and Udhampur. Army spokesman Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif said in a televised address that Pakistan's air force assets were safe after the Indian strikes, adding that some of the Indian missiles also hit India's eastern Punjab. 'This is a provocation of the highest order,' Sharif said. Tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals have soared since an attack at a popular tourist site in India-controlled Kashmir left 26 civilians dead, mostly Hindu Indian tourists, on April 22. New Delhi has blamed Pakistan for backing the assault, an accusation Islamabad rejects. Residents in Indian-controlled Kashmir said they heard loud explosions on Saturday in several parts of the region, including the two big cities of Srinagar and Jammu, and the garrison town of Udhampur. 'Explosions that we are hearing today are different from the ones we heard the last two nights during drone attacks,' said Shesh Paul Vaid, the region's former top police official and a resident of Jammu. 'It looks like a war here.' Srinagar appeared calm early on Saturday, but some residents in neighbourhoods close to the city's airport, which is also an air base, said they were rattled by the explosions and the booming sound of fighter jets. Loading 'I was already awake, but the explosions jolted my kids out of their sleep. They started crying,' said Yasin. Despite the Indian attacks, life in Pakistan's major cities remained normal on Saturday morning, though the country's civil aviation authority said all airports had been shut for all flight operations. As soon as they learnt that Pakistan had carried out a retaliatory strike, people were seen raising signs with slogans supporting Pakistan's armed forces.
The Age
10-05-2025
- Politics
- The Age
Pakistan to consider de-escalation in India clash after latest strikes
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh said India was committed to 'non-escalation' provided that Pakistan reciprocated. However, she said Pakistani ground forces were observed mobilising towards forward areas, 'indicating an offensive intent to further escalate the situation'. 'Indian armed forces remain in a high state of operational readiness,' she said. Singh said Indian armed forces carried out 'precision strikes only at identified military targets in response to Pakistani actions', which included technical infrastructure, command and control centres, radar sites and weapon storage areas to ensure 'minimum collateral damage', and that Pakistan had overnight launched several high-speed missiles targeting air bases and civilian infrastructure in the northern Indian state of Punjab. 'All hostile actions have been effectively countered and responded to appropriately,' she said. The Pakistani army's actions were 'provocation' and India's response had been 'measured', Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. Misri also rejected Pakistan military claims that it had destroyed several air force stations in India and caused serious damage to artillery depots, military establishments and critical infrastructure, including power stations. The Pakistani military said earlier on Saturday it had used medium-range Fateh missiles to target an Indian missile storage facility and airbases in Pathankot and Udhampur. Army spokesman Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif said in a televised address that Pakistan's air force assets were safe after the Indian strikes, adding that some of the Indian missiles also hit India's eastern Punjab. 'This is a provocation of the highest order,' Sharif said. Tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals have soared since an attack at a popular tourist site in India-controlled Kashmir left 26 civilians dead, mostly Hindu Indian tourists, on April 22. New Delhi has blamed Pakistan for backing the assault, an accusation Islamabad rejects. Residents in Indian-controlled Kashmir said they heard loud explosions on Saturday in several parts of the region, including the two big cities of Srinagar and Jammu, and the garrison town of Udhampur. 'Explosions that we are hearing today are different from the ones we heard the last two nights during drone attacks,' said Shesh Paul Vaid, the region's former top police official and a resident of Jammu. 'It looks like a war here.' Srinagar appeared calm early on Saturday, but some residents in neighbourhoods close to the city's airport, which is also an air base, said they were rattled by the explosions and the booming sound of fighter jets. Loading 'I was already awake, but the explosions jolted my kids out of their sleep. They started crying,' said Yasin. Despite the Indian attacks, life in Pakistan's major cities remained normal on Saturday morning, though the country's civil aviation authority said all airports had been shut for all flight operations. As soon as they learnt that Pakistan had carried out a retaliatory strike, people were seen raising signs with slogans supporting Pakistan's armed forces.
Daily Record
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Record
India-Pakistan conflict: Donald Trump confirms immediate ceasefire has been agreed
The US President made the announcement as tensions threatened to boil over. Donald Trump has announced that India and Pakistan have agreed to a "full and immediate" ceasefire as tensions between the neighbours started to boil over "terror targets". The US President's unexpected declaration came as tensions between the neighbouring countries hit a high after India launched missiles into Pakistani-controlled regions of Kashmir earlier this week. This came after a gun massacre on April 22 at a popular tourist site in Kashmir that left 26 civilians dead, mostly Hindu Indian tourists, reports the Mirror. Trump wrote on Truth Social: "After a long night of talks mediated by the United States, I am pleased to announce that India and Pakistan have agreed to a FULL AND IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE. Congratulations to both Countries on using Common Sense and Great Intelligence. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" Pakistan's deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar also said the two nations agreed to a ceasefire, shortly after the US President's announcement. Dar said: "Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect. Pakistan has always strived for peace and security in the region, without compromising on its sovereignty and territorial integrity!" US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the neighbouring nations would start discussions on a range of issues. Rubio wrote on X: "I am pleased to announce the Governments of India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and to start talks on a broad set of issues at a neutral site. "We commend Prime Ministers Modi and Sharif on their wisdom, prudence, and statesmanship in choosing the path of peace."
San Francisco Chronicle
10-05-2025
- Politics
- San Francisco Chronicle
Pakistan and India say they'd consider de-escalation if the other reciprocates
Pakistan and India have hinted at de-escalating their current conflict after firing missiles at each. Tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals have soared since an attack at a popular tourist site in India-controlled Kashmir left 26 civilians dead, mostly Hindu Indian tourists, on April 22. New Delhi has blamed Pakistan for backing the assault, an accusation Islamabad rejects. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
ITV News
10-05-2025
- Politics
- ITV News
Conflict escalates as India and Pakistan accuse each other of missile attacks
Pakistan says it is retaliating after accusing India of firing missiles at three airbases, in the latest escalation in fighting between the two countries. The Pakistani military says most of India's missiles were intercepted and they have responded with an attack on an Indian missile storage facility and airbases in Pathankot and Udhampur. The claims have not been independently verified. Army spokesman Lt Gen Ahmad Sharifsaid said Pakistan's air force assets were safe following the Indian strikes, adding that some of the Indian missiles also hit India's eastern Punjab. 'This is a provocation of the highest order,' Sharif said. There was no immediate comment from India. State-run Pakistan Television reported that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has convened a meeting of the National Command Authority, the body responsible for overseeing the country's missile program and other strategic assets. Tensions between the nuclear-armed rivals have soared since an attack at a popular tourist site in India-controlled Kashmir left 26 civilians dead, mostly Hindu Indian tourists, on April 22. New Delhi has blamed Pakistan for backing the assault, an accusation Islamabad rejects. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir on Friday. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said Rubio continued to urge both parties to 'find ways to deescalate and offered US assistance in starting constructive talks' in order to avoid future conflicts. The call for calm came ahead of Saturday's Indian missile strikes, which targeted Nur Khan air base in the garrison city of Rawalpindi, near the capital Islamabad, Murid air base in Chakwal city and Rafiqui air base in the Jhang district of eastern Punjab province, according to Pakistan's military spokesman. There was no media access to the air base in Rawalpindi, a densely populated city, and no immediate reports of residents hearing or seeing the strike or its aftermath. Following the announcement of Pakistani retaliation, residents in Indian-controlled Kashmir said they heard loud explosions at multiple places in the region, including the two big cities of Srinagar and Jammu, and the garrison town of Udhampur. 'Explosions that we are hearing today are different from the ones we heard the last two nights during drone attacks,' said Shesh Paul Vaid, the region's former top police official and Jammu resident. 'It looks like a war here.' Vaid said explosions were heard from areas with military bases, adding it appeared that army sites were being targeted. Srinagar appeared calm early on Saturday but some residents in neighbourhoods close to the city's airport, which is also an air base, said they were rattled by the explosions and booming sound of fighter jets. 'I was already awake but the explosions jolted my kids out of their sleep. They started crying,' said Srinagar resident Mohammed Yasin, adding he heard at least two explosions. Praveen Donthi, a senior analyst with the International Crisis Group for India, said the two countries were at war even if they had not yet labelled it as one. 'It's become a remorseless race for military one-upmanship with no apparent strategic end goals from either side,' said Donthi. 'With increasing civilian casualties on both sides, finding an exit or off-ramp is going to be challenging.' India's army said it destroyed multiple armed Pakistani drones that were spotted flying over a military cantonment in northern Punjab state's Amritsar city early Saturday. 'Pakistan's blatant attempt to violate India's sovereignty and endanger civilians is unacceptable.' the statement said. In Pakistan, the civil aviation authority shut the country's airports for all flight operations and people in major cities were seen chanting slogans supporting the armed forces. 'Thank God we have finally responded to Indian aggression,' said Muhammad Ashraf, who had headed out for breakfast in the eastern city of Lahore. The Indian army said late on Friday that drones were sighted in 26 locations across many areas in Indian states bordering Pakistan and Indian-controlled Kashmir, including Srinagar. It said the drones were tracked and engaged. 'The situation is under close and constant watch, and prompt action is being taken wherever necessary,' the statement added. India and Pakistan have traded strikes and heavy cross-border fire for days, resulting in civilian casualties on both sides. The Group of Seven nations, or G7, urged 'maximum restraint' from India and Pakistan. It warned on Friday that further military escalation posed a serious threat to regional stability.
