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The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor, carrying out a series of precision strikes targeting nine terror targets, including terror camps and launchpads, in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Ministry of Defence confirmed the strikes early Wednesday, calling them a “focused, measured and non-escalatory” response to the recent attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally killed 26 civilians after identifying and segregating them.

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The Indian Armed Forces launched a series of high-precision strikes under Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7), targeting nine terror camps and launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The action was a direct response to the recent deadly assault in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were brutally killed by terrorists.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the strikes were &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory.&rdquo;
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<h2>Army and Air Force launch joint precision strikes</h2>
The strikes were part of a joint mission involving both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. As per reports from news agency ANI, precision-guided weapons were used to target multiple terror bases across the border.
According to media reports, the strikes were led by Rafale fighter jets, which were equipped with advanced SCALP cruise missiles and HAMMER precision-guided bombs.
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Here's what you need to know about the advanced weapons used in the strikes
Rafale fighter jets: These two-seat fighters can fly long distances (about 1,850 km on a strike mission) and carry more than 9 tonnes of weapons. This &ldquo;heavy lift&rdquo; capability lets a Rafale carry multiple missiles and bombs. They are also equipped with advanced sensors and radar, allowing pilots to find and track targets with high precision even at night or in bad weather.
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SCALP cruise missiles: SCALP (Storm Shadow) is an air-to-ground cruise missile. Weighing about 1,300 kg with its 450 kg warhead, it flies at subsonic speed on a programmed route. It can travel around 250 km to strike a target deep inside enemy territory. The missile uses GPS and terrain mapping to navigate. It also uses a high-resolution infrared camera for final accuracy.
HAMMER guided bombs: HAMMER (AASM) is a kit that attaches to a standard 250 kg bomb, adding a rocket booster, wings and guidance. This turns an unguided bomb into a smart bomb with a range of over 70 km. It can be guided by GPS or by an infrared/laser seeker for pinpoint accuracy.
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India news: The strikes were part of a joint mission involving both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. As per reports from news agency ANI, precision-guided weapons were used to target multiple terror bases across the border.

The Indian Armed Forces launched a series of high-precision strikes under Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7), targeting nine terror camps and launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The action was a direct response to the recent deadly assault in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were brutally killed by terrorists. According to the Ministry of Defence, the strikes were “focused, measured and non-escalatory.” Also read: ‘Ready to strike’: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan? Army and Air Force launch joint precision strikes The strikes were part of a joint mission involving both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. As per reports from news agency ANI, precision-guided weapons were used to target multiple terror bases across the border. According to media reports, the strikes were led by Rafale fighter jets, which were equipped with advanced SCALP cruise missiles and HAMMER precision-guided bombs. Also read: Why did India name its Pakistan strikes ‘Operation Sindoor’? Here's what it means Here's what you need to know about the advanced weapons used in the strikes Rafale fighter jets: These two-seat fighters can fly long distances (about 1,850 km on a strike mission) and carry more than 9 tonnes of weapons. This “heavy lift” capability lets a Rafale carry multiple missiles and bombs. They are also equipped with advanced sensors and radar, allowing pilots to find and track targets with high precision even at night or in bad weather. Also read: Operation Sindoor in 5 videos: Watch how India targeted terror camps in Pakistan and what came after SCALP cruise missiles: SCALP (Storm Shadow) is an air-to-ground cruise missile. Weighing about 1,300 kg with its 450 kg warhead, it flies at subsonic speed on a programmed route. It can travel around 250 km to strike a target deep inside enemy territory. The missile uses GPS and terrain mapping to navigate. It also uses a high-resolution infrared camera for final accuracy. HAMMER guided bombs: HAMMER (AASM) is a kit that attaches to a standard 250 kg bomb, adding a rocket booster, wings and guidance. This turns an unguided bomb into a smart bomb with a range of over 70 km. It can be guided by GPS or by an infrared/laser seeker for pinpoint accuracy. Also read: ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK

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The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor early on Wednesday, targeting nine locations linked to terror networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The strikes came just days after a brutal attack in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed by terrorists.
According to the Ministry of Defence, these precision strikes were &ldquo;focused, measured and non-escalatory.&rdquo; The statement also clarified that no Pakistani military sites were hit, showing India's restraint in its choice of targets.
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As the operation was announced, several videos were shared across social media. Here are the 5 you must see:
<h2>Army&nbsp;says 'Ready to strike, trained to win'</h2>
Just before the strikes began, the Indian Army posted a short one-minute video on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing military drills. The clip included visuals of tanks firing, jets launching missiles, and troops in action across different terrains. It was captioned, &ldquo;Ready to strike, trained to win.&rdquo;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ready-to-strike-did-the-indian-army-hint-at-operation-sindoor-minutes-before-the-strikes-on-pakistan-9042427" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Ready to strike&rsquo;: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan?</a>
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"प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः" Ready to Strike, Trained to Win.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndianArmy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndianArmy</a> <a href="https://t.co/M9CA9dv1Xx">pic.twitter.com/M9CA9dv1Xx</a>
&mdash; ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1919844164776218820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>Trump reacts to India's strikes</h2>
US President Donald Trump reacted to the developments, saying. &ldquo;It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly.&rdquo;
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India hits terror infrastructure in Pakistan in response to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerroristAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerroristAttack</a>, targeting nine terrorist infrastructure sites US President <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DonaldTrump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DonaldTrump</a> reacts to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/airstrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#airstrike</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ShivanChanana?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShivanChanana</a> brings you this report by <a href="https://twitter.com/susanmtehrani?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@susanmtehrani</a> <a href="https://t.co/mga3aViGzE">pic.twitter.com/mga3aViGzE</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919879037930877413?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
Here are some other videos that made the rounds of social media:
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Indian Armed Forces Launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, Strike 9 Terror Targets In Pakistan, PoK <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pahalgam?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pahalgam</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/india?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#india</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OpertionSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OpertionSindoor</a> <a href="https://t.co/cnd8IBAqRQ">pic.twitter.com/cnd8IBAqRQ</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919873474815840394?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Visuals from an undisclosed location in J&amp;K as the Indian Armed Forces launched &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Source: ANI)<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Airstrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Airstrike</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OperationSindoor</a> <a href="https://t.co/rDe7tFuCEi">pic.twitter.com/rDe7tFuCEi</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919880880023093251?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewsAlert?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NewsAlert</a> | Fighter jets spotted at a forward location in Rajasthan . . . Video: ANI <a href="https://t.co/EAHzEsu9fX">pic.twitter.com/EAHzEsu9fX</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919890030207922467?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 6, 2025</a></blockquote>

India news: According to the Ministry of Defence, these precision strikes were “focused, measured and non-escalatory.” The statement also clarified that no Pakistani military sites were hit, showing India's restraint in its choice of targets.

The Indian Armed Forces launched Operation Sindoor early on Wednesday, targeting nine locations linked to terror networks in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The strikes came just days after a brutal attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, where 26 civilians were killed by terrorists. According to the Ministry of Defence, these precision strikes were “focused, measured and non-escalatory.” The statement also clarified that no Pakistani military sites were hit, showing India's restraint in its choice of targets. Also read: Why did India name its Pakistan strikes ‘Operation Sindoor’? Here's what it means As the operation was announced, several videos were shared across social media. Here are the 5 you must see: Army says 'Ready to strike, trained to win' Just before the strikes began, the Indian Army posted a short one-minute video on X (formerly Twitter) showcasing military drills. The clip included visuals of tanks firing, jets launching missiles, and troops in action across different terrains. It was captioned, “Ready to strike, trained to win.” Also read: ‘Ready to strike’: Did the Indian Army hint at Operation Sindoor minutes before the strikes on Pakistan? "प्रहाराय सन्निहिताः, जयाय प्रशिक्षिताः" Ready to Strike, Trained to Win.#IndianArmy pic.twitter.com/M9CA9dv1Xx — ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) May 6, 2025 Trump reacts to India's strikes US President Donald Trump reacted to the developments, saying. “It's a shame. We just heard about it, they've been fighting for a long time... I just hope it ends very quickly.” India hits terror infrastructure in Pakistan in response to #PahalgamTerroristAttack, targeting nine terrorist infrastructure sites US President #DonaldTrump reacts to the #airstrike @ShivanChanana brings you this report by @susanmtehrani pic.twitter.com/mga3aViGzE — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025 Here are some other videos that made the rounds of social media: Indian Armed Forces Launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, Strike 9 Terror Targets In Pakistan, PoK #pahalgam #india #pakistan #OpertionSindoor pic.twitter.com/cnd8IBAqRQ — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025 Visuals from an undisclosed location in J&K as the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’, hitting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Source: ANI)#Pakistan #Airstrike #OperationSindoor pic.twitter.com/rDe7tFuCEi — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025 #NewsAlert | Fighter jets spotted at a forward location in Rajasthan . . . Video: ANI pic.twitter.com/EAHzEsu9fX — WION (@WIONews) May 6, 2025

Operation Sindoor in 5 videos: Watch how India targeted terror camps in Pakistan and what came after

India attacked nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir on Wednesday (May 7)...
to avenge the Pahalgam terror attacks of April 22

Operation Sindoor: India strikes 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK

Indian Armed Forces announced <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/operation-sindoor" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Operation Sindoor</a> on Wednesday (May 7) as they struck terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir weeks after a deadly terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir.
The military struck at least nine sites, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke and the Jaish-e-Mohammad headquarters in Bahawalpur, as per reports.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/justice-is-served-indian-army-india-launches-operation-sindoor-strikes-9-terror-targets-in-pakistan-pok-9042294" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Justice is served&rsquo;: Indian armed forces launch &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, strike 9 terror targets in&nbsp;Pakistan,&nbsp;PoK</a>
&ldquo;Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted. Our actions have been focused, measured, and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and the method of execution,&rdquo; India's statement said.
<h2>Why the name Operation Sindoor?</h2>
While there's no official reason behind the name of the operation, there are many speculations as to why India must have chosen this name.
All of the victims of the deadly terror attacks were male. Sindoor could be a tribute to women who lost their sons, husbands, fathers, or partners to the attack.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-what-did-india-say-after-striking-9-terror-targets-in-pakistan-full-statement-9042347" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT</a>
Among the dead were sons, fathers, and husbands. And in Indian culture, when a woman loses her husband, she wipes off her indoor, the red line in her hair that symbolises marriage.
By naming this military response &ldquo;Operation Sindoor&rdquo;, India made it clear: this was for those women who lost everything.
<h2>One victim of the Pahalgam attack whose story is being retold</h2>
A victim, Manjunath Rao, was in Pahalgam with his wife and young son when the shooting happened. His wife, Pallavi, described the moment, &ldquo;Three of us &ndash; me, my husband and our son &ndash; had gone to Kashmir. It happened around 1.30 pm, I think. We were at Pahalgam. He died on the spot, in front of my eyes,&rdquo; she told India Today.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-terrorists-jk-terror-attack-pahalgam-tourists-dead-injured-april-22-2025-8990998" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Go tell this to Modi&rsquo;: Terrorists leave chilling message for Indian PM after killing at least 27 in J&amp;K&nbsp;terror&nbsp;attack</a>
&ldquo;Three to four people attacked us. I told them &ndash; kill me too, you&rsquo;ve already killed my husband. One of them said, &lsquo;I won&rsquo;t kill you. Go tell this to Modi&rsquo;,&rdquo; she recounted.
She also mentioned that local civilians helped her immediately after the attack. &ldquo;Three local people rescued me,&rdquo; she added.

India news: The military struck at least nine sites, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke and the Jaish-e-Mohammad headquarters in Bahawalpur, as per reports.

Indian Armed Forces announced Operation Sindoor on Wednesday (May 7) as they struck terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir weeks after a deadly terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir. The military struck at least nine sites, including the headquarters of Lashkar-e-Taiba in Muridke and the Jaish-e-Mohammad headquarters in Bahawalpur, as per reports. Also read: ‘Justice is served’: Indian armed forces launch ‘Operation Sindoor’, strike 9 terror targets in Pakistan, PoK “Altogether, nine (9) sites have been targeted. Our actions have been focused, measured, and non-escalatory in nature. No Pakistani military facilities have been targeted. India has demonstrated considerable restraint in the selection of targets and the method of execution,” India's statement said. Why the name Operation Sindoor? While there's no official reason behind the name of the operation, there are many speculations as to why India must have chosen this name. All of the victims of the deadly terror attacks were male. Sindoor could be a tribute to women who lost their sons, husbands, fathers, or partners to the attack. Also read: Operation Sindoor | What did India say after striking 9 terror targets in Pakistan | FULL STATEMENT Among the dead were sons, fathers, and husbands. And in Indian culture, when a woman loses her husband, she wipes off her indoor, the red line in her hair that symbolises marriage. By naming this military response “Operation Sindoor”, India made it clear: this was for those women who lost everything. One victim of the Pahalgam attack whose story is being retold A victim, Manjunath Rao, was in Pahalgam with his wife and young son when the shooting happened. His wife, Pallavi, described the moment, “Three of us – me, my husband and our son – had gone to Kashmir. It happened around 1.30 pm, I think. We were at Pahalgam. He died on the spot, in front of my eyes,” she told India Today. Also read: ‘Go tell this to Modi’: Terrorists leave chilling message for Indian PM after killing at least 27 in J&K terror attack “Three to four people attacked us. I told them – kill me too, you’ve already killed my husband. One of them said, ‘I won’t kill you. Go tell this to Modi’,” she recounted. She also mentioned that local civilians helped her immediately after the attack. “Three local people rescued me,” she added.

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