Here are the most recent developments between India and Pakistan as of May 11, 2025:
Fragile Ceasefire Holding
After four days of intense missile and drone exchanges—the worst since 1996—a tenuous ceasefire has largely held along the Line of Control. Both sides reported only sporadic exchanges overnight, offering a brief respite to civilians displaced by the fighting .
Renewed Border Skirmishes
Despite the ceasefire, heavy shelling and drone sightings were reported in parts of Kashmir late last night. Residents on both sides described loud explosions and intermittent gunfire, underscoring how quickly tensions can flare even under a ceasefire agreement .
Operation Sindoor Background
This latest escalation followed India’s “Operation Sindoor” on May 7, a precision missile strike on nine sites in Pakistani territory, which New Delhi said targeted militant infrastructure. Pakistan responded with cross-border shelling, marking one of the sharpest exchanges of fire in nearly three decades .
Diplomatic Intervention
U.S. mediation—publicly championed by former President Donald Trump—was credited with brokering the ceasefire. Both New Delhi and Islamabad have welcomed external help, though India termed its truce commitment “conditional,” maintaining certain pre-existing military restrictions.
Humanitarian Concerns
Over 70 fatalities have been reported so far, including civilians. Infrastructure damage, unexploded ordnance, and displacement remain urgent issues on both sides of the border.
Both militaries say they remain on high alert, with commanders slated to resume formal talks on May 12 to stabilize the ceasefire and prevent further flare-ups.
