'Operation Sindoor' Eliminated Five Top Pakistani Terrorists, Say Sources
Government sources revealed Saturday that India's 'Operation Sindoor' military strikes on May 7 successfully eliminated five high-value terrorists affiliated with Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). The operation targeted terror infrastructure deep inside Pakistan and PoK in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Among those killed were key commanders, including two brothers-in-law of JeM chief Masood Azhar, dealing a significant blow to these terror outfits operating against India according to the sources.
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Operation Sindoor was launched by India in direct retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 people and was attributed to Pakistan-based terror outfits Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad.
The operation dealt a severe blow to Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad, eliminating around a dozen high-value terrorists, including key commanders and planners. Estimates suggest that 130-140 terrorists were killed, severely disrupting their leadership and operational capabilities.
After the strikes, Pakistan retaliated by launching missiles and aerial drones at 26 locations across India's International Border and Line of Control. This exchange led to further escalation before both countries agreed to a ceasefire, as announced by Indian and US officials.
Operation Sindoor sent a clear message that India can precisely target terrorists and their infrastructure deep inside Pakistan, exposing the longstanding nexus between the Pakistani government, military, and terror groups. The operation demonstrated India’s intelligence capabilities and resolve to respond forcefully to cross-border terrorism.