In a dramatic turn on the border, Pakistan has vowed to avenge the lives lost after recent Indian air strikes. At least 43 people have died—31 civilians reportedly killed by strikes and shelling along the border. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared, "We make this pledge, that we will avenge each drop of the blood of these martyrs," setting the stage for a tense escalation.
According to Pakistan's military spokesman Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, five Indian jets were downed, while an Indian senior security source mentioned that three fighter jets crashed on home territory. Heavy artillery fire has been exchanged along the Line of Control in Kashmir, stirring memories of long-standing disputes and igniting concern among communities familiar with the region's history. 😮
Indian authorities have maintained that their actions were "focused, measured and non-escalatory." In contrast, Pakistan Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif accused Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi of launching the strikes to shore up domestic support, vowing that Islamabad "won't take long to settle the score." These developments follow a deadly attack on tourists in Pahalgam on April 22, which further amplified tensions.
As military engagements continue along this volatile border, many are watching closely and hoping for a path to de-escalation. Stay safe and keep informed as this story unfolds! 🔥
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Pakistan vows to avenge Indian strikes amid calls for restraint
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