pak attacks again indian army destroyed drone in jammu sky
It appears the situation is rapidly escalating. Here’s a breakdown of the reported events on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, regarding drone activity in the Jammu sky and the broader conflict:
Reported Pakistani Drone Attacks and Indian Response:
- Multiple Drone Attacks: Pakistan reportedly launched a significant number of drones targeting various locations in India, including the Jammu region. Sources indicate these attacks occurred after India’s “Operation Sindoor” on Wednesday.
- Jammu Airport Targeted: Jammu airport was specifically targeted by at least one drone.
- Drones Shot Down: Indian air defense systems, including the S-400, successfully intercepted and shot down multiple Pakistani drones in the Jammu area. Some reports mention two drones being shot down near Jammu University.
- Blackout in Jammu: A complete blackout was enforced in Jammu city and surrounding areas, including Kishtwar and Samba, possibly to aid air defense operations. Sirens were also heard.
- Loitering Munitions: There are reports that Pakistan used loitering munitions to target the Jammu region, including the airport.
- Indian Retaliation on Air Defense: In response to these drone and missile attacks, India stated it targeted Pakistani air defense radars and systems, reportedly neutralizing a system in Lahore.
Broader Conflict Developments:
- Missile Attacks: Besides drones, Pakistan also reportedly launched missiles towards Jammu, with eight missiles said to have been intercepted by India’s S-400 system. These missiles were aimed at areas including the Jammu civil airport, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia.
- Widespread Targeting: Pakistan’s attempts to strike military targets extended beyond Jammu to include locations in Northern and Western India, such as Srinagar, Pathankot, Amritsar, and Bhuj. India claims these attempts were neutralized.
- Civilian Casualties: Tragically, civilian casualties have been reported on both sides due to cross-border firing.
- Blackouts: Besides Jammu, blackouts were also reported in other border areas like Gurdaspur and Ferozepur in Punjab, and parts of Rajasthan.
- International Concerns: The international community continues to urge de-escalation and restraint from both sides.
In summary, based on the latest reports, Pakistan launched drone attacks targeting Jammu, including the airport. The Indian Army successfully destroyed at least one drone in the Jammu sky, and multiple drones and missiles were intercepted by Indian air defense systems. This is part of a wider escalation following India’s “Operation Sindoor,” with both sides claiming to have inflicted damage and vowing retaliation.
The situation remains highly tense and is evolving rapidly.
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