Pakistan claims India plans military strike, raising regional tensions

Pakistani intelligence suggests India is on the verge of a military strike against Pakistan. The Pakistani government claims to have credible information indicating a potential attack within 24 to 36 hours. Pakistan warns it will respond decisively to any aggression, holding India responsible for regional consequences. Pakistan's Defense Minister stated the armed forces are on high alert. Nuclear weapons would only be used if there is a direct threat to Pakistan's existence. The Indian army reported exchanges of fire between soldiers in the Kashmir region for the sixth consecutive night. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reportedly granted the army "operational freedom" in Kashmir. This decision follows a deadly attack on tourists in the Indian part of Kashmir. Modi emphasized his determination to deliver a "crushing blow to terrorism."