Overview

• The US announced a 'complete and immediate' ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, confirmed by Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar.
• India acknowledged limited damage to airbases in Udhampur, Pathankot, Adampur, and Bhuj but emphasized successfully neutralizing most threats.
• Pakistan claimed to have destroyed Indian BrahMos missile storage facilities and an S-400 air defense system, though India has not confirmed these reports.
• Both sides accused each other of targeting civilians, with Pakistan alleging Indian strikes killed 20 civilians during 'Operation Sindoor'.
• This marks the most significant escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbors since the 1999 Kargil conflict, underscoring persistent tensions over Kashmir.