Despite a formal ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan on Saturday evening, Pakistan violated the truce within hours, escalating tensions along the border once again. The Indian government has now revealed the behind-the-scenes developments from the past four days, showing how Pakistan came under severe military pressure and sought U.S. mediation for a ceasefire.
On May 7, Indian armed forces launched precision strikes on terror camps in Muridke and Bahawalpur, linked to Pakistan’s ISI. The attacks, carried out with advanced weaponry, destroyed the camps and dealt a critical blow to terrorist operations. According to sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had authorized a strong response, reportedly stating, “We will reduce Bahawalpur, Muridke, and Muzaffarabad camps to rubble.”
India’s retaliatory operations crippled Pakistan’s key airbases, including Rahim Yar Khan and Noor Khan Airbase in Chaklala. The extent of damage exposed Pakistan’s limited military capability and created panic within its establishment. On May 9 and 10, Indian forces intensified air and ground operations, marking a turning point in the conflict. After these strikes, Pakistan realized its vulnerability and initiated contact through the U.S.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, after speaking with Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir, contacted India’s Foreign Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to relay Pakistan’s request for dialogue. India made it clear that talks would only be held at the DGMO level, without third-party interference. Pakistan’s DGMO formally requested a meeting with his Indian counterpart on May 10, acknowledging India’s prior communication on May 7 regarding the anti-terror strikes.
