Pakistan Closes Airspace Until May 11 Amid Escalating Tensions with India
KARACHI: Pakistan’s airspace has been officially closed for all types of flights until 12 PM on May 11, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) announced on Saturday. This comes amid rising military tensions with India along the Line of Control (LoC).
The closure follows the launch of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, a large-scale retaliatory military campaign by Pakistan in response to India’s recent violations of its airspace and missile attacks on Pakistani soil.
According to security officials, this decision also follows the interception of a drone near Sukkur Airport earlier in the day, confirmed by SSP Azhar Khan. In light of the situation:
- Passengers at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi were instructed to vacate.
- Foreign nationals were shifted to hotels after the suspension of flight operations.
- Remaining travelers were advised to return home.
Confirmed Airstrike Targets in India:
As part of Operation Bunyan-un-Marsoos, Pakistan struck at least 10 strategic Indian military sites, including:
- Pathankot Air Base
- Udhampur Air Base
- Gujarat Air Base
- Rajasthan Air Base
- BrahMos Missile Storage Sites in Beas and Nagrota
Background: Indian Attacks Spark Response
On Friday night, India launched air-to-ground missiles at:
- Nur Khan Air Base (Rawalpindi)
- Murid Air Base (Chakwal)
- Shorkot Air Base
However, Director General ISPR Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that all PAF assets remained intact. He emphasized that:
“By the grace of Allah Almighty, all Pakistan Air Force assets are safe.”
He further warned India of a strong retaliatory response, adding:
“India’s arrogance is destabilizing the region. We are not intimidated — we will respond with full force.”
The situation remains highly sensitive, with global powers urging immediate de-escalation.
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