Operation Sindoor: India-Pakistan Tensions Reach Dangerous New Heights
On 07 May, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, hitting alleged terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. May 6, 2025 Photo: EFE
May 6, 2025 Hour: 10:19 pm
India’s “Operation Sindoor” escalates tensions with Pakistan after Kashmir terror attack. Details on military strikes, diplomatic expulsions, and fears of full-scale war.
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Recent tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a new peak following India’s execution of “Operation Sindoor” by its Defense Ministry. This military action comes in response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which left a tragic toll of at least 26 dead, including Indian citizens and a Nepali national.
The Indian government has blamed this attack on terrorist groups operating from Pakistan, further intensifying the already fragile relations between the two countries.
The Indian government confirmed that the operation was carried out against nine terrorist sites, both in Pakistan and in the Pakistan-administered Jammu and Kashmir region. In an official statement, the Defense Ministry stated the actions were “targeted and measured,” emphasizing they were not seeking to escalate the conflict and that no Pakistani military installations had been attacked.
India’s response to the violence was not limited to military operations. Just one day after the Pahalgam attack, India took drastic measures by expelling Pakistani diplomats and giving a 48-hour deadline for Pakistani citizens to leave the country.
Additionally, borders were closed and key bilateral agreements were suspended, further intensifying tensions in the region.
For its part, Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif has warned about the danger that this confrontational atmosphere could lead to all-out war between the two countries. His statements underscore the gravity of the situation and the urgent need to find a path toward de-escalation.
“Operation Sindoor” and subsequent actions mark a worrying chapter in the recent history of India-Pakistan relations, characterized by cycles of violence and retaliation. The international community is closely watching how events unfold, fearing that further escalation could have devastating consequences for regional stability.
Author: MLM
