The Government of India conducted a significant press briefing on 'Operation Sindoor' on Thursday, shedding light on the operation executed on May 7. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, joined by Indian Army's Colonel Sophia Qureshi and Indian Air Force's Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, asserted India's military action was precise, calculative, and defensive, aiming solely at security without provoking conflict. The Foreign Secretary exposed Pakistan's deceit by showcasing photographic evidence.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri pointed out the peculiarity of civilians being buried with state honors in coffins draped with national flags. Pakistan launched an attack targeting the Sikh community in Jammu and Kashmir, assaulting a Gurdwara in Poonch, which resulted in the tragic death of three individuals. A total of 16 civilians lost their lives in Poonch, with several more injured.
Disinformation Across Borders: Foreign Secretary's Remarks
Addressing the misinformation spread across borders, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized the awareness of these propaganda tactics and reiterated that the escalation began with the attack in Pahalgam, which the Indian Army countered. He stated that 'The Resistance Front' (TRF) is a known facade of Lashkar-e-Taiba, claiming responsibility for the Pahalgam attack. Relevant information is being shared with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) continuously.
In a startling revelation, Vikram Misri noted Pakistan's lone opposition to including TRF's name in the UNSC statement, showcasing its continued shield and support for terrorist groups.
He reaffirmed that India's operations were strictly against terror infrastructures, sparing civilian and military establishments.
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'Pakistan Still a Global Terrorism Center'
Vikram Misri countered Pakistan's Information Minister's assertions denying harboring terrorists, labeling them as deceptive. Pakistan, the center of global terrorism, harbored Osama bin Laden, whom they hailed as a 'martyr.' The offer for 'joint investigations' is a delay tactic to evade accountability.
India's cooperative stance in investigating attacks like 26/11 and Pathankot contrasts Pakistan's dormancy in prosecuting perpetrators despite solid evidence presented.
India's Global Terror Appeal
Vikram Misri called upon the global community to recognize and counter Pakistan's deceptive strategies and terror-centric policies. Numerous terror attacks around the world trace back to Pakistan.
He rebuffed Pakistan's allegations of civilian deaths from Indian strikes on May 7, affirming the clear targeting of terrorist hideouts and infrastructures supporting terror operations.
Misri dismissed accusations against India targeting the Neelum-Jhelum Dam project, underscoring them as fabricated excuses. India's actions focused solely on dismantling terror bases.
Colonel Sophia Denies Targeting Military Outposts
Colonel Sophia Qureshi assured the press that Indian operations were never aimed at Pakistani military establishments. Actions were strategic responses post-warning, primarily for protecting Indian citizens and assets.
She emphasized retaliation was only against direct threats. Despite Pakistan's attempts on May 7-8 to target key Indian military locations, India's Counter-UAS grid and air defense systems effectively thwarted these attacks.
