77 Indian drones downed so far

Pakistan Army intercepted and destroyed 77 Israeli-made Harop drones, sent by India to target civilian and military installations, Information Minister Atta Tarar confirmed on Friday.

At least 29 drones were intercepted since Wednesday until Thursday evening, with an additional 48 shot down overnight and into Friday.

Along the Line of Control (LoC), security sources said, five civilians were martyred and seven others injured in unprovoked Indian shelling on residential areas.

The shelling targeted Hajeera, Forward Kahuta, and Khuiratta areas using heavy artillery, causing civilian casualties and structural damage, they say.

Indian forces are using heavy artillery to target civilian populations along the LoC, according to security sources. The shelling has prompted a strong and immediate response from the Pakistan Army, they added.

According to security sources, Indian troops also raised a white flag near Dharamsal 2 post opposite Battal sector after sustained retaliation by the Pakistan Army.

Army officials emphasised that any aggression along the LoC will be met with a swift and effective response.