In a significant escalation of hostilities, Pakistan has launched a major counter-operation named Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos in response to recent Indian aggression. This retaliatory action commenced in the early hours of Saturday, May 10, 2025, with Pakistani forces actively targeting multiple Indian military positions.
According to security sources, the operation has already resulted in the destruction of a BrahMos missile storage site in the Beas area, which was reportedly used to launch missiles at Pakistan. Additionally, the Udhampur Airbase has been destroyed, and the airfield in Pathankot has been rendered non-operational. Pakistani forces are specifically targeting all bases identified as launch points for attacks on Pakistani civilians and mosques.
Director General of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed the ongoing operation during an emergency press conference. He stated that all Pakistan Air Force (PAF) assets remained safe despite India’s earlier airstrikes on three PAF bases: Nur Khan, Murid, and Shorkot. Chaudhry noted that the majority of Indian missiles fired at these airbases were successfully intercepted by Pakistan's defense systems. He emphasized that the few missiles that managed to evade interception did not cause any damage to PAF’s flying assets.
“Continuing its naked aggression, India some time back has fired air-to-surface missiles with its jets,” Lt Gen Chaudhry said, adding that the recent strikes reflect a growing paranoia within the Indian mindset. He expressed confidence in Pakistan's military capabilities, asserting that the armed forces remain vigilant and are thwarting all acts of aggression by India. He remarked, “These blatant acts of aggression by India actually reflect the paranoia within the Indian mindset which continues to grow after the failure of each of these acts.”
Earlier this week, tensions escalated when India launched six ballistic missiles from the Adampur airbase in Indian Punjab, targeting civilian areas. Of these missiles, one landed near Adampur, while the remaining five struck locations in the Amritsar region. Lt Gen Chaudhry characterized this incident as a reckless move that endangered civilian lives and raised serious questions about India's operational intent.
In a briefing for foreign media, Chaudhry challenged India to present evidence of any Pakistani attacks on Indian military installations. “Pakistan has not used drones or rockets. If India claims otherwise, let it present evidence,” he stated, criticizing Indian media for spreading “fabricated stories.” He clarified that Pakistan's military retaliation was limited to Indian military posts firing at civilian areas along the Line of Control (LoC).
Meanwhile, reports of explosions near Pakistan's Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi and across Lahore emerged on Friday night, further heightening tensions. Pakistani media channel Samaa TV reported multiple explosions, although the cause remains unclear.
As the situation unfolds, India has been conducting airstrikes as part of its Operation Sindoor, which began on May 6, 2025. This operation targeted nine terror sites in Pakistan and was a response to an attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed 26 civilians, primarily Hindu tourists. Colonel Sophia Qureshi stated that the operation marked a shift in strategy aimed at dismantling terror infrastructure in Pakistan.
In a related development, authorities confirmed that security forces thwarted multiple attacks by Pakistani drones in Punjab's Ferozepur, Pathankot, Fazilka, and Amritsar districts. A projectile from a downed Pakistani drone reportedly landed at a house in Village Khai Pheme Ke, causing damage but no casualties.
As the conflict escalates, 32 airports across northern and western India have been closed for civilian flight operations until May 15, 2025, including Amritsar and Srinagar, in response to the heightened security concerns.
Lt Gen Chaudhry also warned that India’s missile and drone strikes on Afghanistan, occurring shortly after missile launches within Indian Punjab, suggest a “larger sinister plan to push the region and beyond into havoc.” He cautioned that India was attempting to drag the entire region into a catastrophic conflict and promised that Pakistan would respond decisively when the time was right.
The military spokesperson reiterated that Pakistan would not de-escalate, stating, “With the damages India did on our side, they should take a hit.” He emphasized that Pakistan has the capability and resolve to protect its sovereignty and respond to any aggression.
As both nations remain on high alert, it is clear that the ongoing conflict poses a significant risk of further escalation, with both sides exchanging fire and accusations. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as the potential for a broader conflict looms large.
In summary, the current military standoff between India and Pakistan represents one of the most severe escalations in recent years, with both countries engaging in aggressive military actions that threaten to destabilize the region further. The developments underscore the fragile nature of peace in South Asia and the urgent need for diplomatic intervention to prevent a full-scale war.
