Escalating Tensions: Indo-Pakistani Border Strikes

India conducted strikes on alleged terrorist sites in Pakistan and Pakistani Kashmir, claiming it thwarted imminent attacks. Pakistan reported civilian casualties and denied housing militant bases. With previous Kashmir conflicts escalating, both nuclear nations are on the brink, while global powers urge restraint.

In a dramatic escalation of tensions on the Indo-Pakistani border, India claimed to have struck multiple 'terrorist infrastructure' sites within Pakistan and Pakistani-controlled Kashmir, a move aimed at preventing purported imminent attacks by militants.

In response, Pakistan denounced the strikes, reporting that civilian areas, including mosques, were hit, causing numerous deaths and resulting in vows of retaliation at a time and manner of its choosing. This marks the most severe confrontations between the nuclear-armed neighbors in over two decades, sparking fears of further hostilities in the volatile region.

International players, including the United Nations, the United States, China, and Russia, have called for maximum restraint. Economic repercussions have already been felt, impacting stock markets and airlines, as both nations brace for potential further military actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)