India has declared any future terror attack as an act of war, vowing decisive retaliation, amid escalating tensions with Pakistan. Operation Sindoor’s precision strikes on terror camps followed the Pahalgam attack, sparking blackouts and drone assaults.
By New Delhi Post
New Delhi, May 10, 2025 – India has issued a stark warning to Pakistan, stating that any future act of terrorism will be considered an act of war, prompting a proportional military response. This follows heightened tensions after India’s Operation Sindoor, launched on May 7, targeted nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. The conflict has led to blackouts, explosions, and drone attacks across border regions, intensifying fears of further escalation.
Operation Sindoor: A Measured Retaliation
Operation Sindoor, executed between 1:05 am and 1:44 am on May 7, struck key terror infrastructures of Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, and Hizbul Mujahideen, including JeM’s headquarters in Bahawalpur and LeT’s base in Muridke. The strikes, described as “focused, measured, and non-escalatory,” avoided Pakistani military sites to prevent broader conflict. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized that the operation was a direct response to the Pahalgam attack, which claimed 25 Indian and one Nepali life. Pakistan’s retaliatory drone and missile attacks on 26 Indian locations, including Jammu and Punjab, were thwarted, though blackouts hit Rajasthan, Haryana, and Chandigarh.
Pakistan’s Response and Regional Fallout
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned India’s strikes as an “act of war,” vowing a robust response and rallying national support for its military. Posts on X reflect Pakistan’s escalation, with drone attacks targeting Indian civilian and military sites, including a temple in Jammu, prompting India to strike four Pakistani airbases. The use of Turkish-made Songar drones by Pakistan, confirmed by debris analysis, has further complicated the situation, raising provocative rhetoric. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi criticized Pakistan’s use of Islam as a facade for terrorism, highlighting its attacks on Muslim communities like Afghans and Balochs.
International Concerns and Diplomatic Efforts
Global leaders, including US President Donald Trump, have urged de-escalation, with Trump offering mediation to halt the “tit-for-tat” conflict. Singapore and the G7 have called for restraint, while the US has engaged both nations to prevent further escalation. India’s briefing to UNSC envoys emphasized the targeted nature of Operation Sindoor, countering Pakistan’s narrative. However, Pakistan’s airspace closure and ongoing drone attacks signal a deepening crisis, with 32 Indian airports shut until May 15 and civilian life disrupted across border regions.
India’s bold stance marks a turning point in its fight against terrorism. As Pakistan escalates with drone attacks and propaganda, the region teeters on the brink, with global calls for diplomacy to avert a full-scale conflict.