Pakistan launched Operation Bunyan Marsus, retaliating against India’s Operation Sindoor, as tensions soared between nuclear-armed neighbors.

Islamabad’s military confirmed Saturday dawn strikes on three Indian airbases, targeting long-range missile facilities, including Brahmos missile bases, and crippling operational capacities at Udhampur and Pathankot airbases. Central Minister Alim Khan verified these attacks, underscoring Pakistan’s resolve.

Cyberattacks attributed to Pakistan disrupted 70% of India’s power grid, causing widespread blackouts in northwestern cities, including Srinagar, where residents reported explosions Saturday morning. Dawn News reported these cyber operations, highlighting their scale. Flight suspensions extended until May 15 across 32 northwestern airports, with cities near Line of Control under blackout.

India responded swiftly, claiming strikes on six Pakistani military installations and two airbases, targeting technical installations, command centers, and weapon stockpiles in Rafiq Murid, Chulay Khan, Sukur, and Chunia.

Indian Foreign Ministry’s Sofia Kurshi stated forces remain on high alert, ready for any scenario. Indian claims suggest Pakistan’s troops advanced toward border areas, escalating ground tensions.

In Azad Kashmir, India’s relentless shelling killed at least 13 and injured over 50, Al Jazeera reported. Civilian areas bore brunt of overnight assaults, intensifying humanitarian concerns.

White House confirmed U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s ongoing talks with both nations’ leaders to de-escalate. Diplomatic efforts face challenges as both sides dig in, with punitive measures like trade suspensions and visa cancellations still active.

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This marks worst clash since 2019, driven by April’s Pahalgam attack killing 26 tourists, which India blames on Pakistan-backed militants. Islamabad denies involvement, calling for neutral probe. With both nations flexing military and cyber might, global fears of furthertuarially escalating conflict grow, urging restraint to avoid catastrophic consequences.