Escalation in South Asia: India Strikes Alleged Terror Camps in Pakistan

In a sharp escalation of regional tensions, India conducted strikes on alleged militant camps across the border in Pakistan, resulting in significant casualties early Wednesday. The Indian government cited these actions as retaliation for the killing of tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir last month.

Video footage from a seminary near Bahawalpur captured a bright flash as the attack unfolded, leaving 13 dead, including women and children. The seminary, associated with the Jaish-e-Mohammed group, had been partially evacuated amid heightened speculation that it would become a target.

Officials reported that missiles also struck a complex in Muridke, suspected by India to be linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba. Pakistan condemned the strikes, claiming civilian casualties, and vowed retaliation. The international community watches closely as these incidents threaten to further destabilize the already fraught Indo-Pakistani relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)