India-Pakistan Military Escalation

Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated significantly, transitioning from military-on-terrorist to military-on-military engagements.

Indian Response

• India conducted precision strikes against high-profile targets in Pakistan, including Chinese-origin air defense systems in Lahore and Multan.
• Harop suicide drones were used in response to Pakistan's previous night's attempts to hit 14 locations across India, including Srinagar, Chandigarh, and Bhuj.
• India reiterated its commitment to non-escalation, emphasizing its response was proportionate to provocations.
• The Indian air defense grid effectively thwarted attacks, reportedly downing multiple drones and at least one enemy fighter aircraft.

Capabilities and Impact

• Indian forces utilized a mix of indigenous, Russian, and Israeli-origin air defense systems.
• Defence Minister  praised the armed forces for their precision, attributing success to high-quality equipment and professional training.
• A high-value Pakistani airborne early warning system was reportedly damaged.
• Chinese-origin HQ9 air defense systems in Pakistan were destroyed.

Pakistani Provocations and Indian Measures

• Pakistan increased firing intensity across the Line of Control, using mortars and heavy artillery in sectors of Jammu and Kashmir.
• India responded robustly to cross-border attacks, maintaining similar intensity and domain in its response.
• Pakistan targeted several Indian military locations using drones and missiles, which were neutralized by India's integrated counter-drone grid and air defense systems.
• Debris from these attacks is being collected as evidence of the provocations.