The tenuous ceasefire announced between India and Pakistan on May 10, 2025, was soon beset by fresh tensions as drone strikes and explosions shook sections of Jammu and Kashmir mere hours after the announcement. India has labeled this as a flagrant ceasefire violation by Pakistan, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri issuing a stern response by assuring that security forces have been instructed to respond aggressively to any violation.
China Intervenes as Situation Rises
During the volatile turn of events, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi telephoned India‘s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and called for both nations to be restrained and desist from further escalation. As per a release by China’s state-controlled Xinhua News Agency, Wang indicated Beijing‘s readiness to serve a constructive function in long-term peace talks between India and Pakistan.
China also denounced the Pahalgam terror attack, stating that it opposes every kind of terrorism. “Peace between India and Pakistan is imperative for regional stability in Asia,” Wang stated, calling for diplomatic engagement.
NSA Ajit Doval, however, transmitted India‘s resolve during the talks. “India does not crave war,” he stated, “but action against terrorism is not negotiable while protecting national security and the lives of our people.”
Drone Infiltrations Elicit Ceasefire Validity Issues
Barring the ceasefire, there have been several reported drone sightings and explosions throughout Kashmir. In Baramulla, Indian forces downed and deactivated an unmanned aerial vehicle at 8:20 p.m., while in Anantnag, a drone was shot down close to an important military base. Authorities asserted increased tension within the Jammu sector, and it is proposed that Pakistan does not appear to be devoted to respecting the ceasefire.
Omar Abdullah Challenges Government’s Assertion
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah questioned on social networking site X (formerly Twitter), “This is not a ceasefire. Air defense systems are active around Srinagar and explosions can be heard.” His tweets fueled continuing public speculation on whether the announced ceasefire is real or symbolic.
India‘s Strong Diplomatic and Military Posture
Foreign Secretary Misri gave a strong warning to Islamabad, calling upon it to honor the ceasefire and behave sensibly. He reiterated that any breach along the LoC or international border would attract instant and severe retaliation.
Though India insists it does not want a military confrontation, it has asserted itself decisively against cross-border aggression. During Operation Sindoor, the Indian army allegedly targeted and destroyed primary Pakistani air defense installations, such as airbases at Chakwal, Noor Khan, and Rafiqui, and weakened air defense systems around Lahore.
Even after mediation by both the United States and China, Indian officials asserted that future terror attacks emanating from Pakistani territory would be considered acts of war, not single attacks.
