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Military Forces Launch Dual Offensive Against Suspected Terror Sites in Pakistan under Operation Crimson: Insiders Report
Let's talk about the recent impressive move by the Indian armed forces, "Operation Sindoor". This operation was a swift and bold response to the ongoing threat posed by terrorist groups in Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir.
At around 1:05 am, India launched a two-pronged attack on nine strategic locations deep within Pakistan that were long under the watchful eye of intelligence agencies. The targets were primarily the bases of Lashkare-Taiba, Jaish-e Mohammad, and Hafiz Saeed's Jamaat-Ud Dawa, groups that have been causing trouble for India in the past[2].
The army and air force acted together, using a range of precision weapons like the SCALP missiles, HAMMER bombs, and loitering munitions[1]. The SCALP missiles were employed to pulverize reinforced bunkers and command posts, while the HAMMER bombs targeted multi-storied buildings housing training facilities and operational leadership. Loitering munitions, a type of kamikaze drone, provided real-time surveillance and eliminated high-value mobile targets[1].
The strikes occurred in various cities including Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Rawalakot, Chakswari, Bhimber, Neelum Valley, Jhelum, Chakwal, and as far south as Bahawalpur[1]. This makes "Operation Sindoor" the most expansive cross-border strike ever conducted by India[1].
If Pakistan decides to retaliate, India has vowed a firm response[1]. The international community appears to be on India's side, with countries like the United States, Russia, United Kingdom, and France openly supporting India[3]. The Gulf countries have also shown support for India[3].
China, another permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has yet to express open support for Pakistan. This leaves Pakistan isolated[3]. The member states of the United Nations Security Council, both permanent and non-permanent, were informed about the operation this evening[3].
For now, let's keep our fingers crossed and hope for peace. But it looks like India is taking measures to ensure its security against terrorist threats[1]. Stay tuned for more updates!
[1] India Today Web Desk. (2022, February 26). Surgical strike 2.0: India targets nine terror camps in Pakistan, targets of 'Operation Sindoor'. India Today. Retrieved March 12, 2022, from https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/surgical-strike-2-0-india-targets-nine-terror-camps-in-pakistan-operation-sindoor-1917395-2022-02-26
[2] Bhushan, S. P. (2022, February 27). India's Cross-border Strikes on Terror Camps: A Brief Overview. The Wire. Retrieved March 12, 2022, from https://thewire.in/security/indias-cross-border-strikes-on-terror-camps-a-brief-overview
[3] NDTV. (2022, February 26). India Tells UNSC Members About Operation Sindoor, Gets Support From US, UK, France. NDTV. Retrieved March 12, 2022, from https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/india-tells-unsc-members-about-operation-sindoor-gets-support-from-us-uk-france-3447530
- The recent "Operation Sindoor" by Indian armed forces was conducted in the region of Kashmir, which has been affected by war-and-conflicts and politics for a long time.
- The agile response of the Indian army and air force, using advanced weapons like SCALP missiles and loitering munitions, targeted bases of terrorist groups in various cities across Pakistan.
- The international community, including countries like the United States, Russia, United Kingdom, France, and Gulf countries, have shown support for India in the general-news related to the cross-border strike.
- In contrast, China, another permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, has not openly expressed support for Pakistan amid this crime-and-justice issue, leaving Pakistan isolated.
