Pakistan has claimed that three of its major air bases—Nur Khan, Shorkot, and Murid—have come under attack amid escalating military tensions with India. The blasts, reported in Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi, have heightened fears of further conflict.
Pakistan has claimed that India launched missile strikes on three of its critical airbases—Noor Khan, Shorkot, and Murid—in the early hours of Wednesday, as tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors continue to escalate. In a statement, the Government of Pakistan said its air defense systems successfully intercepted and neutralized the incoming missiles, preventing any casualties or material losses.
The three bases targeted are among Pakistan’s most strategically significant air facilities:
- Noor Khan Airbase (Chaklala) – a key logistics and military transport hub near Rawalpindi.
- Shorkot Airbase – a critical operational base in Punjab, housing frontline fighter jets and attack aircraft.
- Murid Airbase – known for its training and operational support roles, located near key defense installations.
Airspace closed amid mounting tensions
Hours after the reported attacks, Pakistan announced the closure of its airspace to all civilian air traffic, a move seen as a significant escalation. The decision comes amid Indian accusations that Pakistan has been using commercial flights as shields for its military drones, which have been increasingly active along the border in recent days.
The Pakistani statement warned that India should prepare for a “decisive response” and asserted that the country’s armed forces are fully prepared to defend its airspace, territorial integrity, and national security.
This development marks a sharp escalation in the ongoing military standoff, which has seen both sides step up artillery exchanges, missile deployments, and aerial patrols along the Line of Control (LoC) and the International Border (IB).
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
