Pakistan's Defence Minister's Claims Spark Social Media Controversy During Operation Sindoor

Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif's controversial statement about shooting down Indian jets fueled misinformation. His claims, heavily based on social media evidence, were scrutinized on CNN. The Indian government's fact-checkers debunked these narratives, emphasizing false reports linked to old incidents amid the backdrop of Operation Sindoor's successful strike on terror sites.

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has come under fire after making controversial claims regarding the downing of five Indian fighter jets during an interview on CNN. The minister, unable to provide concrete evidence, cited social media as his source, provoking skepticism and criticism.

When pressed for more specifics, Asif deflected, arguing that even India buys planes from abroad, thereby justifying Pakistan's use of Chinese aircraft. His admissions about past support for terror groups have only complicated Pakistan's international standing.

In parallel, India's Operation Sindoor successfully targeted and destroyed nine terror sites, with the Indian Press Information Bureau working rigorously to debunk recent misinformation led by Pakistan's wary efforts to shift narratives. These developments underscore the escalating media tensions between the two nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)