Sun May 11 16:41:09 UTC 2025: **Indian Air Force Confirms Success of Operation Sindoor, Remains Tight-Lipped on Losses**
NEW DELHI, May 11, 2025 – The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the successful completion of Operation Sindoor, confirming the destruction of terrorist camps in Pakistan and the safe return of all Indian pilots. However, the IAF refused to comment on reports of Indian aircraft losses during the operation, citing ongoing combat operations.
Air Marshal A.K. Bharti, Director General of Air Operations, stated that while acknowledging losses are inherent in combat, the operation’s primary objective was achieved. He confirmed that several Pakistani aircraft were shot down but declined to provide specific numbers, citing strategic reasons. He also confirmed that Indian air defense systems successfully repelled an attack involving drones, UCAVs, and missiles.
These statements follow earlier reports and claims from Pakistani officials regarding the downing of Indian fighter jets during the May 6-7 strikes targeting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. While the Indian government had previously refrained from commenting on these claims, Air Marshal Bharti’s press briefing offers the first official confirmation of the operation’s success, while maintaining a strategic silence on specific losses.
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