NEW DELHI, May 9: Pakistan has firmly denied allegations made by sections of the Indian media that it launched drone and missile strikes targeting multiple locations in India, including military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur.
Terming the accusations as “baseless and irresponsible,” Pakistan’s Foreign Office issued a late-night statement asserting that the claims were part of a “reckless propaganda campaign.” The statement was issued after Indian defence officials reported that Pakistani-origin drones and missiles had attempted to target key military sites along the International Border in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday night.
According to Indian military sources, air defence systems intercepted and neutralised threats aimed at Jammu’s Satwari, Samba, RS Pura, and Arnia areas, as well as other sensitive locations.
Rejecting these assertions, Pakistan’s Foreign Office stated: “The government of Pakistan categorically rejects the baseless and politically motivated allegations propagated by the Indian media.” It further described the reports as an attempt to create a pretext for escalation and destabilise the region.
“These allegations are rejected in the strongest possible terms,” the statement emphasised, adding that this pattern of accusation without proper investigation is harmful to regional stability and peace.
Pakistan also urged the international community to take serious note of what it described as India’s “dangerous behaviour,” and called on New Delhi to exercise restraint and responsibility.
While reaffirming its commitment to peace, the Foreign Office warned that any action based on false narratives would be met with full resolve to protect Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
