India Pakistan Drone tensions : Tensions between India and Pakistan have flared once again, this time triggered by a series of drone incursions and retaliatory responses along the Line of Control (LoC). Over the past week, multiple drone sightings and strikes have been reported, raising concerns of a potential escalation between the two nuclear-armed neighbours.
According to Indian defense officials, several drones originating from Pakistani territory were spotted entering Indian airspace in Jammu and Punjab. “We have intercepted and neutralized at least three UAVs carrying arms and narcotics over the last 72 hours,” said a senior Indian Army spokesperson. The Army has since intensified surveillance using anti-drone radars and thermal sensors.
On the other side, Pakistan’s Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) issued a statement accusing India of violating airspace with surveillance drones. “These are acts of aggression and a breach of sovereign airspace,” the ISPR claimed, warning of “proportionate response” if such incidents continue.
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INDIA PAKISTAN Civilian anxiety grows as the affected border villages in Poonch and Gurdaspur face heightened military presence. Schools have been temporarily shut, and emergency protocols have been activated by local administrations.
Defense analysts caution that the growing frequency of drone-related incidents could spiral into larger confrontations. “This isn’t just surveillance anymore; both sides appear to be testing thresholds,” said defense expert Ajai Shukla in an interview with The Hindu.
The Ministry of External Affairs in India has officially lodged a diplomatic protest, while Pakistan has summoned the Indian envoy in Islamabad. International observers, including the United Nations, have called for restraint and dialogue.
As of now, there are no reported casualties, but the increased deployment of anti-aircraft units and drone jammers indicates that both countries are preparing for potential escalation. AL JAZEERA
