The Indian army initiated “Operation Sindoor,” targeting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir
Pakistan says at least 26 civilians are killed and dozens wounded
Tensions between the two intensified since an attack in Pahalgam, India-administered Kashmir, on April 22
May 7, 2025
Pakistan's government greenlights military response to Indian strikes
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Trump tells India and Pakistan to 'stop' clashes
United States President Donald Trump called for India and Pakistan to immediately halt their fighting, and offered to help end the worst violence between the nuclear-armed countries in two decades.
"It's so terrible," Trump said at the White House.
"I get along with both, I know both very well, and I want to see them work it out. I want to see them stop. They've gone tit-for-tat, so hopefully they can stop now," he added.
Soldier killed in Pakistan shelling in Kashmir: Indian army
An Indian army soldier was killed in shelling by Pakistan's army in Jammu and Kashmir, according to an official statement.
Indian Army’s White Knight Corps, which confirmed the death of the soldier, said: “We also stand in solidarity with all victims of the targeted attacks on innocent civilians in Poonch Sector.”
Belgium urges India, Pakistan to avoid further escalation
Belgium urged India and Pakistan to avoid further escalation following the deadly Pahalgam attack late April and subsequent military clashes between the two countries.
"Tensions between India and Pakistan are of great concern," Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said on X, noting that Brussels follows the situation closely.
"I call on both parties to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation, through dialogue and diplomatic channels," Prevot said.
IMF hopes for peaceful resolution between India and Pakistan
An IMF spokesperson expressed hope for de-escalation and a peaceful resolution between India and Pakistan
Death toll from India attacks rises to 31: Pakistan military
The death toll from Indian air strikes and border firing on Pakistan rose to 31, the country's military said.
"The death toll has climbed to 31, and 57 others have been wounded," Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said in a televised address.
Muslim Council of Britain urges India, Pakistan to defuse tensions citing impact to diaspora communities
The Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) issued a strong call for peace and unity in response to the recent escalation between India and Pakistan following the deadly Pahalgam attack and subsequent military clashes between the two countries.
The MCB issued a statement urging both countries to avoid further conflict and expressed concern about the impact of international tensions on diaspora communities in the United Kingdom.
“In light of the recent escalation between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack and subsequent military actions, the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) urges both India and Pakistan to show restraint and not escalate matters even more,” the statement read.
Türkiye ready to do 'its utmost' to ease tension between India and Pakistan: President Erdogan
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif over the phone and expressed Türkiye's readiness to "do its utmost to prevent further escalation of tensions" between India and Pakistan.
According to the Turkish Communications Directorate, the phone call addressed the tension between India and Pakistan, the attack that occurred on the night of May 6, and the latest developments.
"In the call, President Erdogan expressed Türkiye's solidarity with Pakistan, extended his condolences to the Pakistani martyrs of the attack, and wished a speedy recovery to the injured," the directorate said on X.
He expressed Ankara's support for Pakistan's "calm and measured approach."
Azerbaijan condemns Indian strikes on Pakistan
Azerbaijan voiced concern over escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, condemning New Delhi's recent military strikes on Pakistani territory.
“We condemn military attacks against the Islamic Republic of Pakistan that killed and injured several civilians,” the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Expressing solidarity with Pakistan, the ministry conveyed condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured.
“We call on all parties to exercise restraint and to resolve the conflict through diplomatic means,” it added.
Spanish foreign minister discusses recent tension with Indian, Pakistani counterparts, calls for restraint
The Spanish foreign minister had discussions with his Indian and Pakistani counterparts about recent escalations, urging "restraint to avoid any type of military escalation."
"The Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, Jose Manuel Albares, held talks with his counterparts from India, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, and Pakistan, Ishaq Dar, to learn firsthand about the situation that has developed in recent hours and exchange views with both sides," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Albares “advocated for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve differences,” it said.
Pakistan shot down India's Rafale jets with Chinese-made J-10C: deputy PM
Pakistan shot down five Indian fighter jets, including three French-made Rafale, with Chinese-made J-10C aircraft, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar told parliament.
Dar, who is also the deputy prime minister, said the Pakistan Air Force "only targeted those (Indian) aircraft which dropped payloads."
He was addressing lawmakers following India's overnight missile attack on Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, which New Delhi said hit "nine terrorist locations."
There was no official reaction from New Delhi to Dar's statement regarding the Indian aircraft by the time of publication.
"Our forces could shoot down 10 to 12 (Indian) fighter jets, but there was a strict order to them (Pakistan Air Force) to hit those fighter jets that fire payload," according to Dar, who added that Pakistan shot down three Rafale jets, a MiG-29, and one SU-30.