Pakistan Vows to ‘Settle the Score’ Against India After Missile Attack: What to Know

Tensions between India and Pakistan have escalated with India launching a series of missiles into Pakistan-controlled territory, resulting in casualties and injuries. Pakistan condemned the act as an “act of war” and vowed to retaliate.

The strike, the most extensive by India on Pakistan during official peacetime, has sparked a war of words between the two nations. Pakistan declared that India’s actions will not go unanswered and has already initiated retaliation. Meanwhile, India’s Armed Forces claim to be fully prepared to handle any response from Pakistan.

India’s missile strikes, dubbed “Operation Sindoor,” targeted multiple locations in Pakistan-administered Kashmir and Punjab province. The attack follows a prior incident in April where a militant group attacked tourists in Pahalgam, leading to heightened tensions between the two countries.

Both India and Pakistan have engaged in tit-for-tat escalations, including border skirmishes, expelling diplomats, and trade suspensions. The international community, including the U.N., U.S., and China, has called for de-escalation to prevent a full-blown conflict between the nuclear-armed neighbors.

The U.S., a long-time mediator between India and Pakistan, emphasized the need for communication and restraint to avoid further escalation. Other countries like the U.A.E. and Qatar have also urged for calm and diplomatic resolution. Israel publicly supported India’s right to self-defense, while Turkey and Azerbaijan defended Pakistan, calling for both nations to refrain from provocative actions.