Overview

• India launched Operation Sindoor on May 6–7, targeting nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir.
• Pakistan retaliated with repeated drone, missile, and mortar attacks on Indian border areas on May 7–8 and May 8.
• India intercepted eight missiles and multiple drones on May 8 using its S-400 air defense system, neutralizing incoming threats.
• On May 8, the Indian Air Force downed three Pakistani fighter jets, including an F-16, and an AWACS aircraft during retaliatory operations.
• As of May 9 morning, India conducted a drone strike on the Okara Army Cantonment, inflicting substantial damage to Pakistani military assets.