Monitoring Desk:
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s armed forces have successfully shot down 77 Israeli-made drones launched by India near the border regions, according to Defence Minister Khawaja Asif and confirmed by state media.
Addressing the media on Thursday, Defence Minister Asif revealed that the drones, which entered Pakistani airspace yesterday, were primarily aimed at detecting sensitive locations inside the country. “This is why we initially avoided intercepting them — to prevent revealing our strategic positions,” he explained.
He further added, “Our forces brought down the drones at safe zones, ensuring no sensitive information was compromised.”
Khawaja Asif reassured the public that Parliament is being regularly briefed on the evolving situation. “Let there be no doubt — our armed forces are fully alert and actively responding to Indian aggression,” he said.
The minister affirmed the nation’s readiness, stating, “We are 200 per cent prepared to defend every inch of our territory. Morale is high, and our response is firm.”
Security sources confirmed that the drones were flying in different sectors near the eastern border when they were neutralized. The drones were reportedly of Israeli origin, supplied to India and used in reconnaissance missions.
Pakistan’s state media also verified that 77 hostile drones have been shot down so far, showcasing the preparedness and swift action of the country’s air defence systems.
