Tensions Surge as Pakistani Drones Fly Over New Delhi Amid Rising South Asian Hostilities
Tensions between Pakistan and India escalated significantly after Pakistani drones were reportedly seen flying over the Indian capital, New Delhi, following a recent military operation launched by Pakistan deep into Indian territory.
Sources indicate that several Pakistani-made drones were sighted on the outskirts of New Delhi late last night. In response, Indian security agencies have initiated an investigation to ascertain the origin, nature, and intent behind the drone activity. However, no official statement has been released by Indian authorities at this time.
The drone sightings come just days after Pakistan’s military claimed to have conducted a targeted operation against specific Indian military installations beyond the Line of Control (LoC). Pakistan’s military spokesperson referred to the operation as a “measured response” to what they described as repeated cross-border violations and attacks on civilian areas by Indian forces.
India’s Ministry of Defence has denied the Pakistani claims, insisting that no breach of its sovereign territory has occurred, and reaffirming its readiness to defend against any potential aggression.
Security analysts have pointed out that the growing use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), such as drones, could signal a shift towards hybrid warfare, combining traditional combat with surveillance and cyber strategies. This incident has raised concerns about the increasing reliance on drones in cross-border military operations.
The international community has called for restraint and immediate diplomatic engagement to prevent further escalation in a region already marked by decades of hostility.
