The government announced the closure of Pakistan’s airspace for all flights until noon following missile attacks by India on several military airbases early on Saturday.
The Pakistan Airports Authority issued the directive as a precautionary measure to close airspace nationwide following Indian attacks on the Nur Khan airbase, Murid airbase, and Shorkot airbase.
The Director General (DG) of the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) stated that all assets of the Pakistan Airforce were safe and that the missiles were intercepted.
In a press briefing, the DG ISPR warned India of a forthcoming response. He stated that Pakistan would not back down. He also noted that Indian drones and missiles targeted areas in Afghanistan.
India seems emboldened, having attacked military airbases. Residents in Rawalpindi reported hearing explosions early on Saturday.
Blackouts have been reported in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi after missile attacks by India on several military airbases across Pakistan, including the Nur Khan airbase in Rawalpindi, in the early hours of Saturday.
The Deputy Commissioner of Rawalpindi appealed to the public not to panic. He stated that the situation was “under control” and being reviewed.
Residents were advised to avoid unnecessary travel and refrain from sharing unverified information on social media.
