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VISTORBELITUNG.COM,JAKARTA – Pakistan has reportedly launched a missile attack targeting the Jammu and Kashmir region in India, escalating tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The incident has raised concerns over a potential military confrontation in South Asia.
According to Indian defense sources, the missile penetrated Indian airspace before landing in the Jammu and Kashmir region. The Indian military has confirmed the attack and is assessing the damage. No casualties have been reported so far.
Pakistan has not officially claimed responsibility for the strike, but security analysts suggest this could be a retaliatory move following recent skirmishes along the Line of Control (LoC), the de facto border between the two nations.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called an emergency security meeting to discuss the situation. The Indian Ministry of Defense has warned of a "strong and appropriate response" if further provocations occur.
"This unprovoked aggression will not go unanswered," said an Indian military spokesperson. "We are prepared to defend our sovereignty at all costs."
The United Nations has urged both countries to exercise restraint and avoid further escalation. The U.S. State Department has also expressed concern, calling for dialogue to resolve the crisis.
Meanwhile, China, a close ally of Pakistan, has called for calm and emphasized the need for peaceful negotiations.
India and Pakistan have fought multiple wars over Kashmir since their independence in 1947. Both nations claim the region in full but control only parts of it. The latest missile strike marks one of the most serious escalations in recent years.
With both nations on high alert, the international community is closely monitoring the situation. Any further military action could lead to a full-blown conflict, with devastating consequences for the region.