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Bahawalpur Attack Sparks Aerial Clashes: Pakistan-India Tensions Escalate

Pakistan and India engage in intense military clashes after a missile strike in Bahawalpur.

Bahawalpur Attack Sparks Aerial Clashes Pakistan-India Tensions Escalate

Breaking: Pakistan and India at Brink of War After Bahawalpur Strike

Tensions between Pakistan and India have reached a dangerous peak after Indian forces launched missile strikes in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, targeting a mosque and religious seminary. Pakistan retaliated by shooting down five Indian fighter jets, escalating fears of a full-scale war.

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Key Developments:

  • Bahawalpur Attack: Indian missiles hit Subhan Allah Mosque, killing civilians, including women and children.
  • Pakistan’s Response: Five Indian jets (including Rafale, Su-30, and MiG-29) shot down in retaliatory strikes.
  • Global Reaction: US, China, and UN urge de-escalation; Trump calls India’s actions a “shame.”
  • Emergency Declared: Punjab schools closed, Pakistan’s airspace shut for 48 hours.

What Happened in Bahawalpur?

Early on May 7, 2025, India launched “Operation Sindoor”, striking six locations in Pakistan, including Bahawalpur, Muridke, and Muzaffarabad. The attack on Subhan Allah Mosque killed civilians and injured 29 people, including women and children.

Pakistan’s Military Response:

  • Downed five Indian jets (confirmed by DG ISPR).
  • Destroyed Indian brigade headquarters and checkposts along the Line of Control (LoC).
  • PM Shehbaz Sharif vows “befitting response“, calls India’s actions “cowardly.”

Pakistan vs. India: Latest War Updates

1. Casualties & Damage

Location

Deaths

Injuries

Damage

Bahawalpur

5+

29

Mosque destroyed

Muzaffarabad

0

1

Mosque hit

Kotli

2

2

Residential area struck

2. India’s Claims vs. Pakistan’s Denial

  • India says it targeted “terrorist camps.”
  • Pakistan denies, invites media to inspect attack sites, proving civilian casualties.

3. International Reactions

  • US: Trump urges restraint, calls situation a “shame.”
  • China & UN: Demand de-escalation.
  • UAE & Turkey: Call for dialogue.

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Why Is This Happening Now?

The conflict stems from:

  1. Pahalgam Attack (April 22, 2025): 26 killed in Kashmir; India blamed Pakistan without evidence.
  2. Water Dispute: India threatens to block Pakistan’s water supply, violating the Indus Waters Treaty.
  3. Election Politics: Modi’s government accused of diverting attention from domestic issues.

What’s Next?

  • Pakistan’s NSC Meeting: Deciding further action.
  • Global Mediation: UN may intervene.
  • Risk of Escalation: Both nations are nuclear-armed.

FAQs

Pakistan-India Conflict Explained

A: India’s military strike on Pakistan, named after the red powder (sindoor) used in Hindu rituals.

A: Five (3 Rafale, 1 Su-30, 1 MiG-29).

A: Yes, a mosque and seminary were hit, killing women and children.

A: Both countries have nukes, but global powers are pushing for de-escalation.

A: For 48 hours as a precaution; flights diverted to Karachi.

Will This Turn Into Full-Scale War?

The situation remains volatile, but Pakistan has shown military strength in retaliation. The world watches closely as diplomatic efforts intensify to prevent further escalation.

Stay updated: Follow reliable sources like Dawn, Reuters, and Al Jazeera for real-time news.

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