Wed May 07 06:23:07 UTC 2025: ## India’s “Operation Sindoor” Marks Beginning of Anti-Terror Crackdown: Antony
**Thiruvananthapuram, May 7, 2025** – Former Indian Defence Minister A.K. Antony declared that “Operation Sindoor,” a recent military operation targeting extremist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), signifies the commencement of a broader anti-terrorist campaign. Speaking on Wednesday, Antony praised the resilience of the people of Jammu and Kashmir in supporting the armed forces against terrorists who aimed to undermine the region’s burgeoning tourism sector.
Antony asserted that India enjoys global support in its fight against terrorism, highlighting the successful apprehension of those responsible for the recent attack on tourists in Pahalgam. He emphasized India’s unwavering unity in confronting terrorism, characterizing it as a global threat transcending national and religious boundaries.
He lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their professionalism and the government’s support in granting them operational freedom to neutralize those using Pakistan as a base for launching attacks against India. Antony, who served a decade as Defence Minister, described Operation Sindoor as a decisive first step in India’s ongoing counter-terrorism efforts.
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