Pakistan on early Saturday launched the military operation ‘Bunyan Marsoos’ — Iron Wall, against India and targeted the several strategic installations, state media reported.
Seven sites in India were targeted including the key Pathankot air base, Udhampur air base, Gujarat air base. Rajhastan air base and Brahmos storage site, security sources said.
The operation was launched in retaliation to Indian missile strikes that hit several locations inside the country.
Earlier late Friday, India has fired missiles at three air bases inside Pakistan, however all assets of Pakistan Air Force (PAF) remained safe, military spokesman said.
Director General Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry at a press conference confirmed that India fired the air-to-ground missiles at the Nur Khan base (Rawalpindi), Murid base (Chakwal) and Shorkot air base.
“By the grace of Allah Almight, all PAF assets are safe,” he said.
He warned India of a befitting response, saying “Now just wait for our response”.
The DG ISPR said India also fired missiles and drones in Afghanistan.
He said India with its arrogance was pushing the region into destabilization. “We will not get impressed by this, and will fight with full force,” he added.
Bunyan ul Marsoos
Bunyan Ul Marsoos is an Arabic verse from the Quran, the holy book of Muslims.
The operation’s name—meaning “a structure firmly joined together”—draws inspiration from Surah Al-Saff (61-4), which praises those who fight in Allah’s cause as a solid, fortified structure.
إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ الَّذِينَ يُقَاتِلُونَ فِي سَبِيلِهِ صَفًّا كَأَنَّهُم بُنْيَانٌ مَّرْصُوصٌ
Translation: ‘Allah indeed loves those who fight in His Way as though they are a solid wall cemented with molten lead’ (Surah Al-Saff, verse 4).
India admits Pak army inflicts heavy military losses
The Indian military on Saturday admitted that Pakistan army inflicted large-scale destruction on its installations in retaliatory action.
Pakistan, after warning India of its retaliation in the face of Delhi’s war frenzy, launched Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos after Fajar prayers.
According to the Indian army, Pakistan carried out attacks, with precise accuracy, on more than 26 locations, damaging military equipment. The biggest blow was delivered by the Pakistan Air Force when it destroyed S-400 air defense system.
Pakistan used latest missiles to target an airbase in the Indian state of Punjab, the military admitted.
Meanwhile, both the Indian Ministry of Defence and Ministry of External Affairs have acknowledged that Pakistan’s attacks caused heavy damage to their bases.
Pakistan, in a strong response to Indian aggression, destroyed multiple airfields including Udhampur, Adampur, Sherkot, Akhnoor, Jammu, Bathinda, Sirsa, Sasaram, Barnala, and Mamun, as well as several military outposts.
The Indian government also admitted that Pakistan launched a cyberattack on its power company in the state of Maharashtra, completely crippling the system and plunging a vast area into darkness. Pakistan also jammed a military satellite disrupting its defense system. In addition, Pakistani drones flew for several hours over Gujarat, the home state of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
PM Shehbaz convenes NCA meeting that oversees nuclear arsenal
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called a meeting of the National Command Authority (NCA) today, following Pakistan Army’s military operation ‘Bunyan Marsoos’ targeting multiple Indian bases.
The high-level meeting will assess the latest developments amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
The National Command Authority (NCA) is Pakistan’s apex body responsible for safeguarding the national security of Pakistan through command, control and operational decisions regarding Pakistan’s nuclear weapons programme.
Pakistan launches cyber strike against Indian digital assets
State media reported that as part of Operation Bunyan-al-Marsoos (Iron Wall), Pakistan has carried out a successful cyber attack, targeting several major Indian websites.
Security sources say that the official website of India’s ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was one of the main targets. Other affected websites include the Crime Research Investigation Agency, Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited (MTNL), Bharat Earth Movers Limited, and the All India Naval Technical Supervisory Staff Association.
Large amounts of data from these websites were reportedly erased. Sensitive information was also leaked from key Indian institutions like Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, the Border Security Force, and the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).
The cyber breach is said to have also reached the databases of the Indian Air Force and the Maharashtra Election Commission.
In addition, hackers took control of over 2,500 surveillance cameras across India, showing the wide range of the operation.
US top diplomat Rubio calls COAS Asim Munir
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir and urged both Pakistan and India to find ways to de-escalate, a U.S. Department Of State spokesperson said.
Rubio also offered U.S. assistance in starting constructive talks in order to avoid future conflicts, the spokesperson said.
Pakistan destroys key Indian installation
Pakistan Air Force’s JF-17 Thunder jets have destroyed India’s S-400 air defence system stationed in Adampur using hypersonic missiles, state media reported.
The S-400 system, valued at around $1.5 billion, was considered one of India’s most advanced defence assets.
In another major strike, a key Indian Military Intelligence training centre in Rajouri, involved in planning terrorist activities in Pakistan, has also been destroyed.
India’s Sirsa Airfield, a critical military base, has been damaged. Indian media has confirmed the incident, adding credibility to the reports.
Pakistani drones were spotted flying over Gujarat, the home state of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, triggering serious concern in the area.
Pakistan-India escalation
Tensions between India and Pakistan are increasing specially after May 6 missile attacks by India, which claimed lives of 31 innocent civilians and injuries to over 50 people.
In a prompt response, Pakistan shot down five Indian jets and nearly 77 drones, according to Director General Inter-Services Public Service (ISPR) Lt. General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry.
Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry said that there has been no direct contact made between National Security Advisors (NSAs) of Pakistan and India following the latter’s misadventure.
Addressing an important press conference alongside senior officers from the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and Pakistan Navy (PN) on Friday, the DG ISPR pointed to a longstanding history of India orchestrating violent acts against civilians to serve political agendas. He cited past incidents, including the killing of Sikhs during former US President Bill Clinton’s visit to India, as evidence of India’s manipulative tactics.
He said that India is sponsoring terrorism in Pakistan and Canada, revealing a deep network of state-backed terror activities.
Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry said that India funds and fuels terrorist outfits like BLA and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), also known as Fitna al-Khawarij, while maintaining terrorism camps within its borders.
Pakistan’s airspace to remain closed till May 11
The Pakistan Airports Authority has announced that the country’s airspace will remain closed to all flights until 12 noon on May 11, 2025.
Pakistan determined to defend sovereignty, PM Shehbaz tells Saudi minister
Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif welcomed the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, Adel Al-Jubeir, at the PM House on Friday, addressing the ongoing situation in South Asia.
In the meeting, the Saudi minister voiced serious concern over the present circumstances in the region, reaffirming his nation’s plea for de-escalation and a peaceful settlement of all unresolved issues between Pakistan and India, in line with international law and pertinent UN Security Council resolutions.
The Saudi Minister of State is undertaking a one-day official visit to Pakistan.
While discussing the prevailing situation in South Asia, the prime minister strongly condemned India’s missile and drone strikes against Pakistan that had resulted in the martyrdom of scores of innocent civilians, including women and children, as well as damage to civilian infrastructures.
He stressed that India’s unprovoked and unjustified acts of aggression had violated Pakistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and seriously endangered regional peace and stability.
The prime minister paid tribute to the valiant armed forces of Pakistan, who had demonstrated exemplary commitment and courage in the defence of the nation, against the enemy’s nefarious advances.
He said Pakistan is fully determined to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, in accordance with Article 51 of the UN Charter. He appreciated the Kingdom’s diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the situation and bring peace in the region.
The Saudi minister expressed heartfelt condolences over the loss of precious civilian lives.
The prime minister also conveyed his warm regards and respects to The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, as well as to the Crown Prince & Prime Minister, Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud.
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al Jubeir reached Islamabad amid escalating tensions between Pakistan and India following the latter’s misadventure, martyring dozens of innocent children.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar welcomed the Saudi minister of state for foreign affairs at Pakistan’s Foreign Office. Adel Al Jubeir, who has visited India before coming to Pakistan, will hold high-level meetings with Pakistani officials.
