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A viral video circulating on social media has captured a bizarre incident in Sialkot, Pakistan, where local citizens were seen attempting to damage Turkish-made Byker YIHA III Kamikaze drones, mistakenly believing them to be Indian drones. The footage, which has garnered significant attention amidst the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict, has triggered a wave of humorous reactions from Indian netizens, who have taken to platforms like X to mock the incident.
The video, which surfaced earlier today, shows a group of Pakistani citizens in Sialkot attacking a downed Byker YIHA III drone with sticks, stones, and even slippers. According to posts on X, the drone, a Turkish-made loitering munition supplied to Pakistan, reportedly malfunctioned and crashed within Pakistani territory shortly after being launched toward India. Unaware of its origins, the locals assumed it was an Indian kamikaze drone and began to “neutralize” it, with some even claiming on social media that they had shot down an Indian Rafale jet—leading to widespread amusement online.
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The government decided on Saturday that India will treat any future act of terror on its soil as an “act of war” and respond accordingly, top official sources said, in a clear warning to Pakistan amid an intensifying conflict with the country following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. With this decision, the government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought to draw a red line against terror incidents and makes clear that it will follow a similar military response as it has after the Pahalgam incident if terrorists linked to Pakistan target India again.
The government’s decision formalises India’s firm response to any future act of terror. A top government source said, “Any future act of terror in India will be considered an act of war against the country and will be responded to accordingly.”
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A key water-sharing pact between India and Pakistan remains suspended, four government sources told Reuters, despite the countries reaching a ceasefire agreement on Saturday after days of deadly fighting.
The Indus Waters Treaty, mediated by the World Bank in 1960, regulates the division of water from the Indus River and its tributaries between the South Asian nations.
India pulled out of it last month after a deadly attack targeting Hindu tourists in Kashmir that it said was backed by Islamabad.
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In a strong response to Turkey and Azerbaijan for supporting Pakistan in the ongoing conflict, major travel companies have suspended all packages to these two countries. The move follows both the countries’ extending public support for Pakistan during the ongoing conflict with India, especially after ‘Operation Sindoor’ which targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
EaseMyTrip, Cox & Kings and Travomint have announced a complete halt on bookings to Turkey and Azerbaijan, aligning with national sentiment and reflecting growing concern over safety and diplomatic implications.
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UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Saturday welcomed “all efforts to de-escalate the conflict”, as India and Pakistan agreed to an immediate ceasefire. “We are monitoring but we welcome all efforts to de-escalate the conflict,” Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, told PTI here.
The US-brokered ceasefire came hours after India and Pakistan attacked each other’s military facilities, dangerously escalating the ongoing conflict. Earlier, US President Donald Trump said India and Pakistan have agreed to a “full and immediate” ceasefire after a “long night” of talks mediated by Washington.
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A BSF trooper was killed and seven others were injured in Pakistani firing along the International Border in Jammu on Saturday, officials said. The incident took place in the R S Pura sector, they said. A senior Border Security Force (BSF) officer said sub-inspector Mohammed Imteyaz made the supreme sacrifice while gallantly leading from the front.
He, along with seven others, were injured in cross-border firing initiated by Pakistan. While Imteyaz succumbed to his injuries, the other personnel were admitted to a hospital, the officer said.
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Hours after India and Pakistan on Saturday reached an understanding on stopping military actions, the arrangement came under severe pressure with New Delhi blaming Islamabad of breaching it.
In a media briefing close to midnight, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called upon Pakistan to take “appropriate steps” to address these violations and deal with the situation with “seriousness and responsibility”.
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Surendra Kumar, a resident of Rajasthan’s Jhunjhunu, who had been working as a medical assistant for the Indian Air Force, was killed in a Pakistani air strike early on Saturday in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir.
Surendra Kumar had been serving in the medical wing of the Indian Air Force for the past 14 years. He was posted in 39 Wing, Udhampur. His death was confirmed by the Army Headquarters, which informed his brother-in-law Jai Prakash via phone. The medical assistant’s uncle, Subhash Moga, recalled him as a patriotic and helpful person who regularly motivated local youth to join the armed forces.
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The government has flagged fake X accounts impersonating two Indian military officers — Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofia Qureshi — warning the public against engaging with or sharing posts from these handles.
A widely circulated fake X account impersonating Wing Commander Vyomika Singh goes by the handle “@WingVyomikStan” and describes itself as: “Proudly serving in the skies, defending the nation with Air Force. Duty, Honor.”
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In a dramatic escalation of the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict, Shahbaz Airbase in Jacobabad, Pakistan, has been heavily damaged by an Indian BrahMos-ALCM strike, as evidenced by recent imagery and reports. The strike, part of India’s Operation Sindoor, targeted multiple Pakistani airbases, with Shahbaz suffering significant destruction, further straining the Pakistan Air Force’s (PAF) operational capacity amidst heightened tensions.
Shahbaz Airbase, located in Jacobabad, Sindh, approximately 500 kilometers northeast of Karachi, is a key PAF installation. It serves as the home of the No. 5 Squadron, which operates F-16 fighter jets, and has historically been a forward operating base for both Pakistani and allied forces, including during the U.S.-led War on Terror. The airbase’s strategic location near the border with India makes it a critical asset for air defense and strike operations in the region.
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In a significant development amid the escalating India-Pakistan conflict, debris from a Python-5 seeker head was discovered in Lsrwal village, Jalandhar, Punjab, at 5:00 AM today, confirming India’s first use of the missile system in the ongoing hostilities. The Python-5, part of India’s SPYDER air defense system, was reportedly deployed to neutralize heavy Pakistani drones, marking a pivotal moment in the conflict that has intensified since India’s Operation Sindoor began on May 7.
Posts on X reported that a near-intact Python-5 seeker head, used by the Indian Air Force (IAF), was found in Lsrwal village, Jalandhar, following an interception early this morning. The missile, which fell after engaging its target, is part of the SPYDER (Surface-to-air Python and Derby) air defense system, a quick-reaction, low-level surface-to-air missile system designed to counter aircraft, helicopters, drones, and precision-guided munitions. This incident confirms the Indian military’s active deployment of the SPYDER system to thwart Pakistani aerial threats in the region.
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In a significant escalation of the ongoing India-Pakistan military conflict, an Indian missile strike has reportedly destroyed at least two Pakistan Air Force (PAF) IL-78 mid-air refueling tankers stationed at Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi, according to open-source intelligence (OSINT) reports from the DFI Lite team (@DfIlite ). The strike, part of India’s Operation Sindoor, is said to have dealt a severe blow to the PAF’s operational capabilities, with both or at least one of the IL-78 tankers likely rendered inoperable due to the intensity of the explosion.
Nur Khan Airbase, located approximately 10 kilometers from Islamabad, is a critical logistics hub for the PAF. Renamed in 2012 from PAF Base Chaklala in honor of Air Marshal Noor Khan, the base houses key assets, including the No. 10 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) Squadron, which operates the PAF’s fleet of four IL-78 aerial refueling tankers acquired in 2009. Additionally, the base is home to six SAAB ERIEYE Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) aircraft, making it a nerve center for Pakistan’s air operations.
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On May 10, 2025, at approximately 07:58 AM IST, videos circulating on social media platforms like X revealed significant damage to the runway of Shaikh Zayed International Airport in Rahim Yar Khan, located in Pakistan’s Punjab province. The footage shows a large crater in the middle of the runway, with debris scattered across the site, a result of what appears to be a precise missile strike by Indian forces. This attack is part of the intensifying military conflict between India and Pakistan, which has seen a sharp escalation over the past few days under India’s Operation Sindoor.
The attack on Rahim Yar Khan Airport appears to be a continuation of India’s retaliatory strategy. Posts on X, including videos shared by users, show the extent of the damage, with one clip highlighting a massive crater that renders the runway inoperable. Unconfirmed reports also suggest a simultaneous strike on the Sukkur Oil Refinery, indicating a broader campaign targeting critical Pakistani infrastructure. India’s Ministry of Defence has not officially confirmed the strike, but sources indicate that the Indian Air Force (IAF) deployed air-launched missiles, potentially from Rafale jets, which have been active in the conflict, as evidenced by their use in earlier strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
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A Turkish-origin loitering munition, identified as the Y?HA (Yüksek ?rtifa Harp Arac?), reportedly crashed or was shot down in the vicinity of Sialkot, Punjab province of Pakistan, raising speculation about a possible malfunction or a case of friendly fire.
Local residents in Sialkot observed the crash and fragments of what appeared to be a kamikaze drone, widely recognized as the Y?HA, were found in the area. The Turkish-built Y?HA loitering munition is used for precision strikes on enemy targets and has been supplied to several nations, including Pakistan.
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In a significant development highlighting the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, images released by the U.S.-based Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) channel Aquila appear to show an Indian HAROP drone being tracked by a Pakistani F-16 fighter jet. The images, which have sparked widespread discussion on social media platforms like X, provide a rare glimpse into aerial surveillance operations along the contested border regions of the two nations.
The photograph, captured from what appears to be the targeting pod of a Pakistani F-16, shows a small, delta-winged unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) circled in red. The display overlay includes indicators such as “NOT SOI,” “ALL,” and “RDY,” suggesting the F-16’s systems are actively tracking the target. The UAV in question has been identified as an IAI Harop, a loitering munition developed by Israel Aerospace Industries and deployed by the Indian Air Force for both reconnaissance and strike missions. The Harop, often referred to as a “suicide drone,” is designed to loiter over a target area and strike with precision upon command, making it a potent tool in modern warfare.
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