Civilian Casualties and Infrastructure Damage
Recent shelling in Poonch and surrounding areas has resulted in significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. Reports indicate that 15 civilians, including children, have lost their lives, and 43 others have been injured due to Pakistani artillery fire. The attacks have damaged homes, schools, and religious sites, including a gurudwara
2. Operation Sindoor: India’s Counter-Offensive
In response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed 26 Indian lives, India launched “Operation Sindoor.” This operation targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, resulting in the reported deaths of 31 individuals, including civilians .
3. Discovery of Terrorist Hideouts
Security forces have uncovered terrorist hideouts in Poonch, seizing improvised explosive devices (IEDs), wireless sets, and other materials. These discoveries underscore the ongoing threats in the region .
4. International Concerns and Calls for Restraint
The escalating conflict has drawn international attention, with the United States and European Union urging both nations to exercise restraint and engage in diplomatic dialogue .
